Occupational Therapists

Sapphire-Nursing-At-Wappingers-1; Village of Wappingers Falls (NY); Presencial; USD 70 000 - 100 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Resumo da oferta

Sapphire Nursing at Wappingers, a premier skilled nursing facility in Dutchess County, NY, seeks a committed Occupational Therapist to develop, recover or maintain daily living and work skills of elderly residents. The role emphasizes a hands-on approach, adapting therapies to each patient’s needs and environment.

You will work full time or part time, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, document progress, and contribute to patient-centered goals while enjoying comprehensive benefits and

Qualificações

• Minimum 2 years of occupational therapy experience.
• Client-centered, hands-on approach.
• Strong documentation and data collection.
• Familiarity with ADL and IADL assessments.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Licensed to practice Occupational Therapy in NY.

Responsabilidades

• Address clients’ performance to support engagement in health-related occupations.
• Select and adapt the appropriate OT treatment model per case.
• Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in ADL and IADL.
• Teach clients new task approaches and break down activities.
• Assess client environments and advise on adaptations.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and train in its use.
• Educate family and caregivers about home programs.
• Observe, note, and report progress toward goals.
• Collect data and document processes followed.
• Regularly follow up with clients.

Conhecimentos

Occupational therapy experience

Interpersonal communication

ADL/IADL assessment familiarity

Licensed OT

Computer skills

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Current OT license

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We Offer:

Competitive Salary;

Full Benefits Package;

Paid time Off,

Pension and Opportunities for Professional Growth;

Sapphire Nursing at Wappingers, a Skilled Nursing Facility in Dutchess County, NY, is looking for committed and patient-focused Full Time or Part-time Occupational Therapists to develop, recover or maintain the daily living and work skills of elderly with physical, mental or developmental conditions. The successful candidate will offer effective and client-centered services that will enable people to confidently and independently carry out everyday tasks or activities. The successful candidate will have a “hands on” perspective be able to adapt the environment and therapies to fit the needs of the patient.

Responsibilities

• Address client’s aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being and life quality


• Select and adapt the appropriate per case occupational therapy treatment model, method and approach to direct the process of interventions


• Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL)


• Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components


• Assess client’s home and other environments and advice on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities


• Recommend adaptive equipment and train in its use


• Guide and educate family members and caregivers


• Observe, note, and report on progress of long and short term treatment goals


• Collect data and document processes followed


• Regularly follow-up client

Skills

• 2 Years working experience as occupational therapist


• Hands-on experience with computer programs and creative media


• Familiarity with ADLs evaluation tools ( e.g. Katz ADL scale, Lawton IADL scale)


• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities


• Current knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grow in the profession


• Professional behavior


• Excellent interpersonal communication skills


• Valid license to practice occupational therapy


• BS degree or greater in occupational therapy

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching


• Dental insurance


• Employee discount


• Flexible spending account


• Health insurance


• Life insurance


• Paid time off


• Retirement plan

ABOUT US:

Sapphire Nursing at Wappingers, is a premier skilled nursing facility located in Dutchess County. We operate our facility to provide a warm, nurturing environment, which allows each resident to maintain his or her individuality and dignity. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents. We pride ourselves on our professionalism and are constantly looking to be the best at what we do. Please join us and begin a rewarding and exceptional career.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.