Virtual Interview Day Occupational Therapist Certified Hand Therapist

NYU Langone Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 104,050 - 115,550; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist specializing in Hand Therapy to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will evaluate and implement comprehensive occupational therapy programs for patients, ensuring a patient-centered approach to rehabilitation. You will also engage in clinical teaching and mentorship, fostering a positive learning environment for students and staff. This opportunity offers a chance to work within a prestigious medical center that values diversity and inclusion, allowing you to make a significant impact in patient care and professional development. If you are passionate about occupational therapy and eager to contribute to a collaborative team, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Occupational Therapy and 2+ years of experience required.
• BLS certification and New York State Occupational Therapy License needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient needs and implement occupational therapy treatments.
• Teach and supervise OT students in techniques and procedures.
• Document patient care and maintain compliance with standards.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Patient Care

Clinical Decision Making

Communication Skills

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Clinical Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

OT Assessment Tools

Medical Chart Documentation

Job description

NYU Langone Health is a world-class, patient-centered, integrated academic medical center, known for its excellence in clinical care, research, and education. It comprises more than 200 locations throughout the New York area, including five inpatient locations, a children’s hospital, three emergency rooms, and a level 1 trauma center. Also part of NYU Langone Health is the Laura and Isaac Perlmutter Cancer Center, a National Cancer Institute designated comprehensive cancer center, and NYU Grossman School of Medicine, which since 1841 has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapy.

In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for evaluating occupational therapy needs and implementing comprehensive medically prescribed occupational therapy to assigned patients in a supervised program of rehabilitation. Demonstrates a variety of treatment approaches. Assists the clinical supervisor in organizing unit activities. Assists with the implementation of clinical teaching sessions to staff and students on an ongoing basis.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Teaches and supervises assigned OT students in the appropriate OT techniques, skills, and procedures.
• Demonstrates a genuine interest in assisting students in enhancing their knowledge and skill levels.
• Encourages positive learning experiences for Career Opportunity Students and other Non-Fieldwork students.
• Responsible for certain level of patient care productivity as indicated by individual Unit Procedures.
• Demonstrates the ability to provide expected patient contact as indicated by productivity reports and patient contact analysis.
• Actively engages other colleagues in clinical learning experiences and is a mentor for clinical skill and OT knowledge acquisition for staff members.
• Pursues own area of interest and develops them into an area of expertise. Initiates assisting in organizational and structural duties when Supervisor is not available.
• Demonstrates situational leadership in handling Unit Specific Issues or concerns.
• Reviews medical charts to ascertain important medical information and clarifies referral/treatment orders if necessary for unfamiliar diagnosis.
• Selects appropriate OT assessment tools and methods in order to accurately determine the patient's status for developing an optimal treatment plan.
• Demonstrates effective clinical decision making and implements changes/adaptations to the OT Treatment Plan when appropriate.
• Implements Treatment Plans and Protocol according to current professional and health system standards.
• Establishes achievable and appropriate treatment goals with patient and family. Selects appropriate technical aids/assistive devices and correctly refers patients to other clinical services to achieve stated program/team treatment goals.
• Assesses educational needs of patient families and implements a variety of methods for patient/family education and training during the rehabilitation process.
• Completes all required documentation for patient care and reimbursement.
• Completes and plans all required documentation in medical chart as required by Department guidelines and JACHO/CARF requirements.
• Accurately records all treatment given including completion of the daily treatment record.
• Demonstrates continued proficiency in skills required to treat assigned patient population.

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, New York State Occupational Therapy License or temporary permit. Minimum of two years experience as an Occupational Therapist. Good communication and interpersonal skills. BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon entry to the position.

Required Licenses: Occupational Therapist Temp Permit-NYS, Occupational Therapist License-NYS, Certified Hand Therapist (CHT).

Preferred Qualifications:
Clinical Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $104,050.00 – $115,550.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.