Occupational Therapist Outpatient

Direct hire OT opportunity:

Occupational Therapist position is a professional position encompassing assessment of patients physical psychological emotional educational and spiritual needs. The therapist will be responsible for occupational therapy evaluation and treatment in accordance with physician. Other responsibilities include instructing and educating occupational therapy students the community and supervising occupational therapist assistants. The therapist will be highly motivated to continue development of clinical skills and remain current with research in the field. The therapist will effectively provide person centered care and services.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough evaluations of patients physical emotional and cognitive abilities to develop personalized therapy plans aimed at improving daily living skills and overall functionality.
• Design and implement customized therapy programs based on patient evaluations focusing on rehabilitation adaptation and enhancing motor skills.
• Track and document patient progress adjusting therapy plans as necessary to ensure optimal recovery and achievement of therapeutic goals.
• Work closely with physicians nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care and optimal patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and their families on strategies to improve independence manage daily activities and utilize adaptive equipment for enhanced quality of life.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Education: Successful completion of an accredited occupational therapy Bachelors program.
• Licensure: NY State licensure

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Repetitive use of hands and fingers (e.g. use of computer keyboard); may require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 50 lbs.) including boxes equipment unit-dose cassettes and IV solutions and stooping and kneeling (e.g. to pick up items from the floor to remove and replace items on lower shelves and to file documents in lower file drawers); sitting walking or standing for long periods of time (4-8 hours) is often necessary; must be able physically to operate the equipment used for the job.

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Location: Onsite at a medical center in Ithaca New York 14850. Flexibility to support other area clinic locations as needed.
• Shift/Schedule - 40 hours per week. Anticipated schedule Full-Time Days FLEX. The 40-hour/week schedule is flexible within the clinics operating hours: Mon - Thurs (7am-6pm) Fri (7am-4pm).
• Travel Requirements: 0% to 15% local travel between clinic locations may be required

Pay Range Disclosure:

• Standard Pay Rate $70720 to $81120 per year plus Benefits:
• Competitive wages - Tuition Scholarships - Comprehensive Health plan Employer contribution to a retirement plan - Generous PTO package - Career advancement opportunities - Numerous Employee Discounts (Cafeteria Gyms etc.)

Why Wait Apply Today!

This opportunity is with a well-established health system offering the chance to join a strong rehabilitation department with multiple potential career paths in the Ithaca market.

Take the next step in your career by applying for this Occupational Therapist position and become part of a team that values expertise compassion and professional development. We look forward to helping you grow with this premier health organization!

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