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About the Role

The primary function of the occupational therapist is evaluation, assessment, and treatment of functional performances specific to a patient’s life roles when disrupted by physical injury, illness, or congenital impairment. This is accomplished through tests and measurements, establishment of treatment goals, and therapeutic intervention.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations for inpatients and outpatients of all ages according to clinical protocols and guidelines.
• Provide educational information to patients and families regarding their condition/treatment.
• Provide therapy for patients of all ages consistent with clinical guidelines and protocols.
• Monitor and modify treatment plans and goals based on patient response.
• Monitor equipment use and safety.
• Record patient charges.
• Maintain appropriate, timely documentation including evaluation reports, daily progress notes, progress updates, and discharge summaries.
• Supervise OTA students, aides, and volunteers as delegated.
• Participate in program planning and development for the department, interdisciplinary promotional activities, and orientation of new staff.
• Train or mentor new and existing staff in daily operations or special techniques for patient care.

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License
• New York State license in Occupational Therapy
• NBCOT Certification as an Occupational Therapist
• Current CPR

Skills

• Passion for the profession and seeking opportunities to improve skills and abilities
• Recognition and respect for individual differences and fostering a positive work environment
• Collaborative work to reach common goals and valuing teamwork
• Open-mindedness to new approaches and changes
• Independent problem-solving and innovative solution creation
• Promoting a culture of appreciation and recognition
• Appropriate response to confrontational situations
• Offering and receiving constructive feedback
• Computer proficiency and familiarity with basic office software

Location

• Glens Falls, New York, United States

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Commensurate with experience level

Education Level

• Bachelors degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from a New York State Department of Education accredited program or AOTA program.

Salary/Compensations

• $34.78 to $50.67 per hour