Occupational Therapist, Inpatient & Outpatient

Responsibilities

• Completes occupational therapy evaluations to establish treatment plans and home programs to restore function, relieve pain & prevent disability.
• Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Administers patient treatment plan involving application of occupational therapy techniques and modalities as indicated.
• Maintains and updates treatment plan based on patient response and progress.
• Instructs patients and family members/caregivers in occupational therapy procedures and self-care techniques.
• Directs the care provided by the occupational therapy assistant by providing oversight.
• Performs discharge planning and documentation to provide discharge instructions and maintain post-discharge continuity of care.
• Consults with physicians and other health care professionals regarding treatments, progress, patient needs, and outcomes.
• Participates in self and others' education, training, and development, as applicable.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program, BA required; MA preferred.
• Active and clear NYS OT license or limited permit following NYS Practice Act guidelines.
• CPR/ BLS (current or scheduled) - Obtained via the American Heart Association.
• New grads accepted.
• Minimum of 1 year of post-licensure practice as an Occupational Therapist.
• Master's in Occupational Therapy preferred.

Pay

$68,500.00 - $97,760.00

Location

Massena Hospital - 1 Hospital Dr, Massena, NY 13662