Inpatient Occupational Therapist 2- TAR

University of Rochester • City of Rochester, NY

38d • $37 - $49 • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Rochester is seeking an Inpatient Occupational Therapist to join their team. This role is responsible for planning and implementing occupational therapy programs for patients with mental or physical illnesses to facilitate rehabilitation. The therapist will evaluate patients' functional abilities, plan treatment programs involving various activities, educate patients and families, communicate with other team members, maintain records, and stay updated on advancements in the field. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming culture, upholding values of equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability.

Requirements

• Completion of both didactic and clinical requirements
• Graduation form curriculum approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Licensed by New York State

Responsibilities

• Plans and carries out programs of occupational therapy for individuals based on the diagnosis and evaluation of the physician to facilitate rehabilitation of the mentally or physically ill patients.
• Evaluates the patients’ functional abilities and disabilities by tests, observations and information provided by family members, physician, nursing staff and others.
• Plans treatment programs of therapy involving activities such as and, exercise, functional activity, self-care tasks, home management tasks, vocational and prevocational skills to help patients regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to their handicaps.
• Educates patients and families in self-care technique, home modification, therapeutic exercise and activity, use of equipment and other relevant areas important for patient functioning and wellbeing.
• Implements treatment programs of therapy involving activities such as and, exercise, functional activity, self-care tasks, home management tasks, vocational and prevocational skills to help patients regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to their handicaps.
• Communication with other team members throughout the hospital related to patient progress, therapy recommendations and barriers to discharge.
• Maintains required patient and department records.
• Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the field by reading and attending professional meetings and seminars.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree