Occupational Therapist

SUMMARY

As an Occupational Therapist, your strong attention to detail and excellent evaluation skills are crucial to successfully restoring or improving each patient’s optimal level of function, independence and quality of life.

STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: DeMay Living Center; 100 Sunset Park, Newark, NY

DEPARTMENT: DLC Rehabilitation

SCHEDULE: 8-hour shifts, Monday-Friday

Sign-on Bonus - Up to $15.000.

ATTRIBUTES

• Three (3) to six (6) months of previous experience preferred
• Compassionate, kind, and patient-focused
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• For ElderONE Employment: 1 year of experience with the frail elderly population preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluation & Development. Perform a complete initial evaluation of referred patients using evaluation protocols, standardized tests, and clinical observations; develop and implement treatment plans, including short- and long-term goals and methods to achieve them; adjust treatment plan and goals as needed
• Documentation & Communication. Maintain complete documentation of patient evaluation, treatment, progress, and discharge status; counsel and teach patients and families; coordinate care plans with other involved health professionals, and discuss changes in treatment programs with MDs
• Employee Development. Assist with the supervision and guidance of new personnel, assistants, students, and volunteers as assigned; develop and conduct in-service training programs

EDUCATION:

• MS: Occupational Therapy
• BS: Occupational Therapy

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• OT - Occupational Therapist - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PAY RANGE: $68,500.00 - $97,760.00

Salary : $68,500 - $97,760