Occupational Therapist - FlexStaff

FlexStaff • New York, NY

12d • $45 - $80

About The Position

Evaluates and treats patients with disabilities, injuries, and/or disease in accordance with the written and signed prescription or referral of a state-licensed physician or other State-authorized practitioner. Provides direct patient care, evaluates patients, establishes realistic goals, and designs and implements treatment plans to support recovery, improvement, and daily functioning. The role also includes documenting care, collaborating with interdisciplinary staff, instructing patients and caregivers, arranging durable medical equipment, and participating in quality improvement activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• At least one year of prior experience.
• Current New York State Occupational Therapist license, or a valid permit with licensure and registration to be obtained within one year of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Administer direct patient care in accordance with the referring practitioner’s written and signed prescription and submit documentation required by Department policies and procedures.
• Use appropriate evaluation techniques to establish realistic goals and design and implement treatment plans that meet patient needs.
• Develop and implement treatment plans to improve gross and fine motor coordination, movement, and upper-extremity function.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary staff to integrate services and maximize patients’ recovery and improvement; provide remediation in areas of deficit to support maximum daily functioning.
• Treat patients with acute or developmental disabilities using methods including kinetic activities, perceptual training, and developmental sequencing.
• Instruct patients and significant caregivers in daily living skills, including tub transfers, dressing, feeding, and household activities, to promote independence and self-sufficiency.
• Participate in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
• Review and arrange required Durable Medical Equipment (DME), instruct patients in its use and malfunction protocols, and recommend appropriate follow-up care upon discharge.
• Perform related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level