Occupational Therapist- Outpatient Occupational Therapy

Stony Brook Medicine

$90K — $114K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
  • New York State (NYS) License or eligibility, must be obtained within one year of employment
  • Preferred experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist in acute care and outpatient settings
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse patient populations
  • Ability to adapt to multiple work locations and flexible hours including weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

  • Plan and implement occupational therapy treatments for both inpatients and outpatients
  • Evaluate patient conditions including joint range of motion and muscle strength
  • Fabricate and modify splints and orthotic devices based on individual patient needs
  • Guide patients in performing daily living activities like hygiene, self-feeding, and mobility
  • Train patients in the use of prosthetic and adaptive devices
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop treatment plans and set patient goals
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Generous leave and health plans
  • Participation in a state pension program
  • Opportunity for location-based supplemental pay
  • Supportive work environment focused on high standards of patient care
  • Potential for career development within a reputable medical institution
Full Job Description
Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, a THOccupational Therapist is a valuable member of our team, who provides clinical services to our patient population. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.

Brief Description of Duties:
• Plans and provides occupational therapy treatment programs for each inpatient and outpatient including the evaluation, treatment or prevention of a disability, injury, disease or other condition of health. Treatment may include but it is not limited to all aspects of ADL, perceptual/cognitive activities, sensori-motor activities, therapeutic craft modalities, splint fabrication and therapeutic activities. Evaluation may include joint range of motion, muscle strength, NDT evaluation, Prevocational evaluation and sensorium. Consultation may concern the adaptation of physical environment for the handicapped, and guidance in the selection and use of adaptive equipment.
• Fabricates and modified patient splints including the design, assessment and monitoring of splints and other orthotic devices.
• Performs activities of daily living involving directing and aiding patients in tasks including transfer training, bed mobility, hygiene, grooming, dressing, and self-feeding.
• Directs and trains patients in the care and use of UE prosthetics, orthotic devices, and assistive and adaptive equipment to restore, reinforce and enhance performance.
• Consults with other members of the health care team including the physician concerning goals and treatment plans.
• All other duties as assigned.

Note: Candidate must be amenable to providing coverage at 3 OT sites as well as participate in weekend and holiday rotation as needed.

Anticipated Schedule: M/Th 11:30am - 7:30pm, T 9am-5pm, W 8am - 4pm, F 9:30am - 5:30pm

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Bachelor or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from accredited program. NYS License or eligible. NYS License must be obtained within one year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience as licensed Occupational Therapist in acute care and outpatient setting.

Please Note: Verification of degree (e.g., diploma or official transcript) is required for this role. Upload of documentation must be included with your application for consideration.

Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).

If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

  • Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
  • All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
  • This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
  • This function/position maybe designated as "essential." This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:
  • Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
  • Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
  • Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
  • Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
  • Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $90,515 - $114,795 Base

The above salary range represents SBUH's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate's validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions offer annual supplemental pay such as:
  • Location pay for UUP, CSEA & PEF full-time positions ($4000)

Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and a state pension that add to your bottom line.

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