Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Occupational Therapist

Perdiem Weekends

$47.00-$50.50/hr

Everything we do at The Wesley Community is guided by our Core Values which form the acronym "CARES" . These Core Values are COMPASSION, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT, EXCELLENCE and SPIRIT. It's more than a job: it's caring that starts in the heart.

 

What will I do as an Occupational Therapist for The Wesley Community?

Our Occupational Therapists work closely with in our in-patient long term care residents and short term rehab patients to restore activities of daily living. A few of the most common duties and responsibilities required of our Occupational Therapists include:

• Evaluate and develop treatment plans for residents based on their medical diagnoses.

• Implement treatment plans to improve residents' goals toward functional independence.

• Assess and document residents' progress in detailed re-certifications, progress reports, and daily notes.

• Maintain resident confidence by ensuring the confidentiality of all information.

• Maintain documentation of resident care services by auditing resident and department records.

• Assume responsibility for clinically supervising occupational therapy assistants.

• Participate in care plan meetings and contribute to related documentation.

• Plan, develop, and organize OT-related reports and data tracking as directed by the Rehab Director.

• Assist in departmental projects as needed.

 

Occupational Therapist Requirements :

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.

• Current New York State Occupational Therapist License.

• Experience in Subacute and/or Long-Term Care is a plus, though not required.

 

The Wesley Community strives to have its employees be a part of a culture of excellence and to enjoy their work. Our team is also committed to making sure our employees are rewarded for superior effort and performance and get a chance to have fun as part of their employment experience at The Wesley Community.

We offer competitive and team-focused Employee Benefits to include:

• Competitive pay

• A full benefits package

• Paid Time off- PTO

• Paid Holidays

• Flexible scheduling options

• Weekly Pay Periods and Daily Pay Option

• A 401K retirement plan

• Tuition assistance

• Opportunities for growth and development

• A caring and supportive team work environment

• Perks such as self-care support and EAP

• A fun work environment including theme weeks, recognition events, and opportunities for staff involvement

About the Wesley Community:

For over 50 years, The Wesley Community has provided services and programs with a commitment to compassion, caring and excellence. Our distinctive continuum of care offers a unique balance of community living and care giving that ensures quality of life at every stage of life.

We are a mission driven, not-for-profit organization that puts people first. We are proud of our reputation for excellence, innovation, and a personal approach to care and services. We encourage and support our residents in their efforts to achieve their goals, and we treat them respectfully.