Occupational Therapist

About the role

Join an innovative, patient-focused culture dedicated to improving the health and quality of life for the patients and communities we serve. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference by restoring or improving physical abilities, promoting behavioral changes, adapting surroundings, and teaching new skills to achieve optimal physical and mental functioning in daily life tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation and treatment of patients in acute care, nursing home, short-term rehabilitation, and/or outpatient settings.
• Oversee services provided by Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and aides.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary care team; assist in quality improvement and new programming initiative development.
• Maintain licensure by obtaining required CEUs as determined by NYS Practice Act.
• Adhere to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and Joint Commission (TJC) standards.
• Perform comprehensive physical, psychosocial, and safety assessments; identify functional problems requiring occupational therapy intervention.
• Understand and carry out prescribed therapy services as requested by physicians and/or mid-level providers.
• Develop and document a plan of care to promote optimum function and safety.
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation to reflect care provided and outcomes achieved.
• Evaluate and treat the assigned number of patients per day; determine the need for follow-up visits to maximize functional outcomes.
• Maintain current knowledge of insurance regulations related to provision of therapy services.
• Act fiscally responsible in the use and request of supplies and timely submission of patient charges.
• Operate therapy equipment, including safe patient handling equipment, exercise machines, and modalities.
• Coordinate patient care with other clinical team members to ensure optimal communication and care.
• Maintain and enhance personal and professional knowledge; promote professional standards in occupational therapy.
• Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees.
• Promote effective working relations and work effectively as part of a team inter- and intra-departmentally.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university.
• NYS License to practice OT, or a valid temporary permit as per NYSED licensing requirements.
• BLS CPR certification within 6 months of hire.
• Experience as an Occupational Therapist preferred; new graduates will be considered.

Skills

• Clinical skills
• Communication
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office applications preferred)
• Reading, writing, and comprehension
• Creative thinking
• Time management
• Organizing and categorizing records
• Attention to detail
• Interpersonal interaction

Physical Requirements

• Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
• Occasional: balancing, climbing, crouching, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, fit testing.
• Frequent: typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, kneeling, reaching, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking.
• Constant: hearing.

Hazards: Occasional exposure to bodily fluids/bloodborne pathogens.

Working Conditions: Occasional exposure to extreme temperatures.

Travel: Occasional travel may be required.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability protection.
• Retirement benefits with employer match.
• Additional benefits offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay

Salary is based on qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation. Pay range: $40.58–$60.87 per hour.