Occupational Therapist

Crouse Hospital

$108K — $118K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current New York State Occupational Therapy license required.
  • Must possess Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (within 2 weeks of hire).
  • Demonstrates deep understanding of New York State Occupational Therapy practice act.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective interactions.
  • Interpersonal skills necessary for team collaboration with health care professionals, patients, and caregivers.

Responsibilities

  • Provide occupational therapy in an acute care medical center and outpatient environments.
  • Evaluate and treat disabilities, injuries, and diseases according to state practice standards.
  • Plan, supervise, and implement occupational therapy treatment programs.
  • Participate in department quality assurance, education, and customer service initiatives.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team and supervise aides and staff.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and 401K plan.
  • Company-paid life insurance for employees.
  • Tuition Assistance and opportunities for professional development.
  • Access to Crouse Health Employee Assistance Program.
  • Employee discounts on various services and products.
  • Participation in YMCA Subsidy program.
Full Job Description
Occupational Therapist to work Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, including some weekends and holidays.

Pay Range: $51.97 - $57.05 / hour

Occupational Therapist Position Responsibilities:
  • Practices occupational therapy as an occupational therapist in an acute care, medical center and also in varied outpatient settings.
  • Works in accordance with the practice act for New York State, which includes the evaluation and treatment or the prevention of disability, injury and disease.
  • Responsible for planning, supervising, and carrying out occupational therapy treatment programs.
  • Actively participates in and supports department quality assurance programs, education and customer service programs.
  • Works as part of the health care team across department lines and supervises aides and other staff and performs other duties as assigned.

Occupational Therapist Position Requirements:
  • Current New York State Occupational Therapy license.
  • Must have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at the time of hire or within 2 weeks after hire.
  • Demonstrates a clear understanding of the practice act for New York State and Occupational Therapy.
  • Demonstrates clear written and oral communications skills and interpersonal skills to deal effectively with other health care professionals, patients and caregivers.

Benefits Overview:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and 401K.
  • Company paid life insurance.
  • Tuition Assistance and Workforce Development Opportunities.
  • Crouse Health Employee Assistance Program.
  • Employee discounts on any Inpatient or Outpatient service, hospital cafeteria and pharmacy, and certain retailers.
  • YMCA Subsidy program.

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