Senior Occupational Therapist - Rehab Leader & Mentor

Mount Sinai; New York (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to assess, plan, organize and participate in rehabilitation programs designed to restore independence in daily living activities. The role includes mentoring staff and coordinating therapy with the broader rehabilitation team.

The candidate will evaluate progress, maintain records, and contribute to program development, education, and patient outcomes across the hospital setting.

Qualifications

• NYS OT License with at least 3 years minimum experience in a hospital setting providing therapy to patients.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and conducts occupational therapy programs to help rehabilitate those impaired because of illness, injury or psychological or developmental problems.
• Tests and evaluates patients' physical and mental abilities and analyzes medical data to determine realistic rehabilitation goals for patients.
• Develops and participates in health promotion programs, group activities, or discussions to promote client health, facilitate social adjustment, alleviate stress, and prevent physical or mental disability.
• Trains caregivers how to provide for the needs of a patient during and after therapy.
• Recommends changes in patients' work or living environments, consistent with their needs and capabilities.

Job description

Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to assess, plan, organize and participate in rehabilitation programs designed to restore independence in daily living activities. The role includes mentoring staff and coordinating therapy with the broader rehabilitation team.

The candidate will evaluate progress, maintain records, and contribute to program development, education, and patient outcomes across the hospital setting.