Occupational Therapist MA-MSM-FT Days

About the role

The staff Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients, facilitating rehabilitation and independence. They develop and design treatment plans for physically, mentally, and/or emotionally disabled patients to enable, enhance, and improve their ability to gain independent, productive daily living and working environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and conduct occupational therapy programs in hospital settings to rehabilitate those impaired due to illness, injury, or psychological/developmental problems.
• Evaluate and establish patients' physical and mental learning abilities; analyze medical data to determine realistic, attainable rehabilitation goals within the scope of patients' disabilities.
• Select educational, recreational, and social activities to help individuals learn work and life-management skills within their mental and physical capabilities.
• Evaluate patients' progress and prepare reports detailing their advancements.
• Document therapy activities and maintain patient records; assist in evaluating and rehabilitating assigned patients' medical/psychiatric conditions by collaborating with social workers, nurses, and other disciplines.
• Train and educate caregivers on how to meet patients' needs during and after therapy.
• Recommend changes in patients' work or living environments consistent with their needs and capabilities.
• Develop and participate in health promotion programs, group activities, or discussions to promote client health, facilitate social adjustment, alleviate stress, and prevent physical or mental disability.
• Consult with the rehabilitation team to select activity programs and coordinate occupational therapy with other therapeutic activities, such as vocational rehabilitation or social services, based on psychological, physical, or vocational needs.
• Plan and implement programs and social activities to help patients learn work and school skills and adjust to handicaps.
• Attend clinic on a biweekly basis to assist physicians with evaluation and treatment of clinic patients.
• Correspond with insurance companies to gain approval for adaptive equipment.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Collective bargaining unit: SEIU 1199-MSSL.

About the employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone contributes to excellence and outstanding patient care. With a legacy of achievement, education, and innovation, Mount Sinai works to transform healthcare. The organization encourages all team members to actively participate in creating a culture of fair access, inclusive practices, and support for individual success.

Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with over 48,000 employees across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. The system advances health for all people by tackling complex healthcare challenges through discovery, education, and innovative treatments.

The Health System includes over 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians, 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers, and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. It is consistently ranked among the top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, including high "Honor Roll" status, and is recognized in specialties such as Geriatrics, Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and Diabetes/Endocrinology.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $51.9744 - $55.0946 per hour. Actual salaries depend on factors such as experience, education, and operational need. This range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.