OT - Occupational Therapist - Skilled Nursing

Elderwood•Town of Johnsburg, NY

13d•$44 - $66•Onsite

About The Position

Occupational Therapy staff members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of residents by providing comprehensive, quality therapy services. This position is responsible for administering skilled occupational therapy treatments while ensuring that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. Elderwood at North Creek is an 82-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in a scenic, woodland setting near the Hudson River in the North Country. The facility provides a full continuum of care including skilled nursing, long-term care, subacute rehabilitation, and specialized therapy services. Our interdisciplinary team delivers personalized care in a warm, community-focused environment. With a bright, spacious rehab gym and state-of-the-art equipment, we offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy for both short-term and long-term residents.

Requirements

Current New York State Occupational Therapist License (required)
Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Graduation from an approved school of occupational therapy required.
State license to practice occupational therapy required.
Current, valid CPR/BLS credential
Sense of responsibility and ability to work well with residents, families, and other staff members required.
Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required.
Ability to work with geriatric and chronically ill residents, as well as other professionals in a friendly and helpful manner necessary.
Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

Experience in skilled nursing or rehab settings preferred, but not required
Two years’ experience in occupational therapy preferred.
Interest in occupational therapy treatment programs for the geriatric and subacute populations utilizing a team approach.
Ability to direct others necessary.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and develop individualized treatment plans for residents
Administer skilled occupational therapy treatments
Monitor and document resident progress and outcomes
Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members
Educate residents and families on therapeutic techniques and care plans
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and facility standards
Provide skilled occupational therapy evaluations and treatments in accordance with physician orders
Develop and update individualized treatment plans and care goals
Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams regarding resident progress and discharge planning
Participate in resident care planning meetings
Support resident and family education initiatives
Assist with mentorship and clinical support activities, as needed