Occupational Therapist

Benefits

15k Sign-on Bonus.

Competitive Compensation, based on experience.

Pay Rate Range : $44.01 - $66.02 / hour PLUS experience credit.

Traveler Occupational Therapist Accepted.

Full Time.

Excellent Benefits Package - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, HRA, FSA, PTO w/ Buy Back option.

Recognition Program with points to redeem for prizes and gift cards.

Employee referral program.

Mentorship Program.

Continuing education program with a benefit of up to $1,000 (based on tenure).

Increased Tuition Assistance Program for Clinical Tracks.

Gas Allowance Stipend.

New Occupational Therapy Program Grads Welcome.

Location: Lake Placid, NY (Home of the 1980 Winter Olympics)

Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

Newly, renovated building.

This position will be staffed specifically in the REHAB unit.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct occupational therapy treatments as prescribed by physicians.

- Keep detailed evaluations, progress notes, MDS records, and discharge summaries for residents enrolled in the occupational therapy program.

- Collaborate with healthcare team members to address the special needs of residents, aiming for optimal rehabilitation or maintenance of function.

- Contribute to Resident Care Planning meetings and represent the Occupational Therapy department in the absence of the Director.

- Keep precise statistical records of residents' treatments.

- Support in-service training programs as needed.

- Update and maintain residents' care plans accurately.

Qualifications:

- Must have graduated from an accredited occupational therapy program.

- A valid state license to practice occupational therapy is required.

- A minimum of two years of experience in occupational therapy is preferred, with a keen interest in developing treatment programs for the geriatric and subacute populations.

- Excellent leadership skills and the ability to direct others.

- Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

- A strong sense of responsibility and the ability to work effectively with residents, their families, and staff.

- Must display maturity, diplomacy, and the ability to collaborate effectively.

-The ability to work compassionately with geriatric and chronically ill residents and to maintain high standards of excellence in task execution.

- This role demands regular interaction with residents, coworkers, and supervisors; therefore, the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or advanced level is essential to ensure a safe and effective work environment.