Overview
$2,500 SIGN ON(connect with our Talent Acquisition team on eligibility requirements)
Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.
Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will work Regular Full-Time Days and will evaluate and treat patients in acute care, nursing home, short term rehabilitation and out-patient settings.
- The Occupational Therapist will assist in quality improvement and new programming initiative development.
- As an Occupational Therapist will work as part of a multi-disciplinary care team.
- The Occupational Therapist oversees the services provided by Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and aides.
- Report to the Director of Rehabilitation Services.
Essential Functions:
- Performs a comprehensive physical, psychosocial, and safety assessment as evidenced by clinical documentation.
- Identifies those functional problems that require occupational therapy intervention based on an accurate assessment of the patient’s status.
- Develops a plan of care to promote optimum function and safety, as documented in the clinical record.
- Coordinates patient care with other clinical team members ensuring optimal patient care and communication.
- Completes all required paperwork following treatment and procedures to ensure that documentation reflects care provided and outcomes achieved.
- Maintains and enhances personal knowledge, as well as promoting professional standards in occupational therapy.
- Acts and/or delegates other clinical staff to act as a clinical education instructor for students who come from a variety of settings including independent or school-arranged student observations, New Visions, COTA, and OT programs.
- Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a team inter and intra departmentally to facilitate the department's ability to meet its goals and objectives
Requirements
- Bassett Healthcare Network follows the New York State and New York State Department of Health COVID-19 vaccine mandates for healthcare workers. This mandate requires COVID-19 vaccinations for personnel working for or on behalf of our hospitals and nursing homes. The New York State mandate allows for medical exemptions and religious accommodations, when appropriate. All candidates who accept an offer from Bassett Healthcare Network will be required to show proof of vaccination as required by New York State. Education:
- Graduate of program accredited by AOTA.
Experience:- Requires two years of Occupational Therapy experience.
- Interest in working with geriatric population.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:- Computer use knowledge and quick to learn new computer systems and use of electronic medical record.
- Read, write, and speak fluent English.
Physical Requirements:- Physical requirements of bending, squatting, twisting, stair climbing, walking, sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying items up to 35 lbs.
- Ability to use equipment and techniques to safely assist patients to transfer, move in and out of bed and ambulate.
Licenses/Certifications:- NYS license to practice Occupational therapy. BLS CPR.
Benefits:
Our commitment to our employees includes benefit programs that are designed to meet the various needs across our employee population. - Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability protection
- Retirement benefits and more
Throughout our network, we take a balanced approach to the benefits we offer. Many benefits are company-paid, while others are available through employee contributions. Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.
EEO Statement
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military