Occupational Therapist

Elderwood•Ticonderoga, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Occupational Therapist (OT), Full-Time Stable Schedule. Meaningful Care. Adirondack Lifestyle. Elderwood at Ticonderoga | Ticonderoga, NY Build a Career - Not Just Your Next Assignment. If you’re an Occupational Therapist looking to move beyond short-term assignments and constant transitions, this is an opportunity to build something more meaningful. This is a role where your work has continuity and your impact is lasting. At Elderwood at Ticonderoga, you’ll find: Consistent scheduling and stability Long-term patient relationships The ability to see real progress and outcomes over time Why Ticonderoga. Located in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains, Ticonderoga offers a lifestyle that’s hard to replicate: Close proximity to Lake George and Lake Champlain Access to hiking, skiing, and outdoor recreation year-round Lower cost of living compared to metro markets A strong sense of community and balance This is an ideal opportunity for: Therapists seeking a lifestyle change Candidates relocating from high-cost or high-volume markets Professionals looking for a more sustainable pace without sacrificing purpose We welcome: Out-of-state candidates Therapists interested in relocating to the Adirondack region New Graduates

Requirements

Graduation from an approved school of occupational therapy required.
State license to practice occupational therapy required.
Ability to direct others necessary.
Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing 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.
This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors.
In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience in occupational therapy preferred.
Interest in occupational therapy treatment programs for the geriatric and subacute populations utilizing a team approach.

Responsibilities

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