Per Diem Occupational Therapist — Rehab Impact

Myana; East Meadow (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Myana in New York State is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients per physician prescriptions. You will develop treatment plans to improve upper-extremity function and coordinate with the care team to meet patient goals.

The role requires a NY license to practice, a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, and 1–3 years of relevant experience. You will document care, assess DME needs, and educate patients and caregivers to foster independence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Current NY State license to practice as an Occupational Therapist is required.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Administers direct patient care in accordance with the prescription of the referring physician or other state-authorized practitioner.
• Develops and implements treatment plans to improve gross and fine motor coordination, movement and function of upper extremities.
• Submits required documentation in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Utilizes thorough evaluation techniques to establish goals and designs a treatment plan to meet patient needs.
• Provides patient remediation to assist the patient in achieving maximum functioning in daily life.
• Reviews and arranges for required durable medical equipment (DME) and instructs patient in use and protocols; recommends follow-up care.
• Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
• Treats patients with acute or developmental disabilities using kinetic activities, perceptual training and developmental sequencing.
• Instructs patient and caregivers in daily living skills to promote independence.
• Performs related duties as required; all duties considered essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Myana in New York State is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients per physician prescriptions. You will develop treatment plans to improve upper-extremity function and coordinate with the care team to meet patient goals.

The role requires a NY license to practice, a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, and 1–3 years of relevant experience. You will document care, assess DME needs, and educate patients and caregivers to foster independence.