Staff Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

SBH Health System; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

SBH Health System in New York is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist for a per diem position with acute care hospital experience. You will direct all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation, treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to organization's guidelines.

The role requires NYS licensure and at least 1 year of OT practice, preferably in an acute inpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• New York State license and current registration.
• At least 1 year experience as a licensed OT, preferably in acute inpatient care.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care and OT evaluation.
• Develop treatment plans and goals.
• Educate families and document care per guidelines.

Skills

Licensed OT

Acute care experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Job description

SBH Health System is currently looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist for per diem position preferably with Acute Care hospital experience.The primary role of the Occupational Therapist is to direct all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation, treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to organization's guidelines, professional standards and community needs.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education Required: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• License(s) Required: New York State license and current registration.
• Experience/Skills Required: At least 1 year experience as a licensed OT preferably in acute inpatient care.

WORKING CONDITIONS : Direct patient contact. Frequent standing and considerable moving about, including lifting and/or carrying of materials related to treatment procedures and patient transfers.

JOB HAZARDS : None if proper safety and infection control procedures are followed.