Graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist program
Valid professional license and registration for NY
Experience in supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants
Preferred experience in long-term or geriatric care
Proficient in documentation writing including evaluations and progress notes
Ability to collaborate across disciplines for patient-centered care
Exceptional patient service and clinical skills
Responsibilities
Assess referred patients for rehabilitation services
Provide direct patient care to evaluate medical conditions and functional capabilities
Establish and administer treatment programs with specific patient goals
Document patient conditions and treatment progress effectively
Educate patients and families on therapy methods
Collaborate with other healthcare disciplines for comprehensive care
Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants during patient treatment
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity for new graduates to apply
Supportive work environment focused on patient and employee well-being
Access to cutting-edge technology in therapy practices
Full Job Description
Occupational Therapist
The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center experience enlivens our guests' physical and emotional strength through cutting-edge technology and highly trained healthcare professionals to get them back to their fullest potential of ReNEWal™.
Our employees are the vital link; they are the core of excellence in the care and compassion we are committed to, striving to fulfill the expressed and unexpressed wishes and needs of our guests and their families daily. They are therefore our most precious resource.
New graduates are welcome to apply!
Responsibilities Include:
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes: providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Occupational Therapist will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Occupational Therapist must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patients condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of NY
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for overseeing and supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants.
Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
Well versed with documentation writing
Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.
Competitive salary and benefits package offered!
The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
