Current NYS license to practice as an Occupational Therapist
Master's Degree from an Accredited Institute for Occupational Therapy
Responsibilities
Evaluate patients' physical functioning and provide training or assistive devices to address deficits.
Develop a collaborative care plan with patients and caregivers, setting short and long-term goals.
Instruct and monitor functional exercise programs to enhance strength, range of motion, and coordination.
Teach patients and caregivers how to use adaptive equipment for maximum independence.
Maintain communication with physicians and healthcare team members through reports and meetings.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities:
Responsible for evaluating the patient's level of physical functioning and providing training and/or assistive devices to eliminate or reduce areas of deficit.
Develops a plan of care with patient and caregiver involvement and in collaboration with the nurse, identifying short and long-term goals.
Evaluates, instructs and monitors specific functional exercise programs to increase strength, range of motion, and coordination of upper extremities.
Teaches use of adaptive equipment to the patient, caregiver, and other appropriate health team personnel to assist the patient to achieve maximum independence.
Maintains communication with the physician and other personnel involved in the patient's care, through written reports, attendance at meetings, and confirmed telephone calls.
Qualifications:
Current NYS license to practice as an Occupational Therapist
Master's Degree from Accredited Institute for Occupational Therapy
About Archcare
ArchCare is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides a wide range of services to seniors and people with disabilities in the New York City area. The organization operates nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and home care programs, as well as offering rehabilitation and hospice services. ArchCare is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to its patients, and has received numerous awards for its work. The organization is affiliated with the Catholic Church and is guided by the principles of the Gospel.
