PRN Occupational Therapist, OT

Waterview Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare; Purdys (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Waterview Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Westchester County is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide PRN Sunday coverage with potential for additional shifts. You will evaluate geriatric patients with complex medical and cognitive needs, and develop individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and daily living skills.

You will collaborate with nurses, physicians, speech therapists, and physical therapists to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care, including

Qualifications

• Current NY license/registration in good standing as an Occupational Therapist.
• Current malpractice insurance.
• Experience providing OT services to geriatric patients with complex medical/cognitive needs.
• Willingness to cover PRN Sundays and additional shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT evaluation and treatment for geriatric patients.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and daily living skills.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, speech and physical therapists for coordinated care.
• Deliver adaptive equipment training and fall prevention strategies.
• Maintain high-quality resident care across variable schedules and patient acuity.

Skills

Licensed OT

Geriatrics

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

New York OT license

Malpractice insurance

Job description

Description: * PER DIEM * PRN * SUNDAY COVERAGE DESIRED; ADDITIONAL COVERAGE A PLUS *

Occupational Therapist, Ot Job Summary

Amazing opportunity to work in a BEAUTIFUL setting in the rolling hills of North Salem with a *TOP RATED* Facility in Westchester County known for providing the highest quality care and resident experience. Waterview Hills Campus is home to Waterview Hills and Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare: Two facilities committed to providing outstanding Subacute Rehab and Long-Term Skilled Nursing Care. Together, these facilities offer patients the best rehab and nursing care they can obtain after their hospital discharge. The role of the Food Service Worker is to provide our residents with all of their meals and/or snacks in a sanitary and safe manner adhering to all policies and procedures of the facility while focusing on customer service and satisfaction.

• To assist in planning, organizing, developing, and implementing Occupational Therapy services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and as may be directed by the Director of Rehabilitation and/or the Administrator, to assure that the highest degree of quality resident care can be maintained at all times.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) providing PRN (as-needed) rehabilitation services in the Facility.
• Occupational Therapist (OT) is evaluating and treating geriatric patients with complex medical, cognitive, and functional needs.
• Occupational Therapist (OT) develops individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, daily living skills, and overall functional independence.
• Occupational Therapist (OT) collaborates with interdisciplinary teams including nurses, physicians, speech therapists, and physical therapists to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Skilled in adaptive equipment training, fall prevention strategies, and patient/caregiver education.
• Flexible and responsive, providing high-quality care across variable schedules and patient acuity levels

Requirements

• Must possess a current license and registration to practice as a Occupational Therapist, OT in the State of NY.
• Must possess current malpractice insurance, license in good standing
• Dedicated to providing extraordinary compassionate care as a Occupational Therapist, OT
• Energetic, enthusiastic, committed, & passionate about quality care
• Genuinely interested in helping ill, injured, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, & sometimes challenging residents
• Patience, a cheerful disposition, & willingness to assist any residents & co-workers
• Excellent communication, customer service, & organization skills
• Trusted to work independently & in a team environment
• Able to work well under pressure, flexible, & will work harmoniously with all staff
• Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees.

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