Occupational Therapist, OT

Occupational Therapist, Ot

Amazing opportunity to work in a beautiful setting in the rolling hills of North Salem with a top rated facility in Westchester County known for providing the highest quality care and resident experience. Waterview Hills Campus is home to Waterview Hills and Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare: two facilities committed to providing outstanding subacute rehab and long-term skilled nursing care. Together, these facilities offer patients the best rehab and nursing care they can obtain after their hospital discharge.

The role of the occupational therapist is to provide our residents with all of their meals and/or snacks in a sanitary and safe manner adhering to all policies and procedures of the facility while focusing on customer service and satisfaction.

• To assist in planning, organizing, developing, and implementing occupational therapy services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and as may be directed by the director of rehabilitation and/or the administrator, to assure that the highest degree of quality resident care can be maintained at all times.
• Licensed occupational therapist (ot) providing prn (as-needed) rehabilitation services in the facility.
• Occupational therapist (ot) is evaluating and treating geriatric patients with complex medical, cognitive, and functional needs.
• Occupational therapist (ot) develops individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, daily living skills, and overall functional independence.
• Occupational therapist (ot) collaborates with interdisciplinary teams including nurses, physicians, speech therapists, and physical therapists to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Skilled in adaptive equipment training, fall prevention strategies, and patient/caregiver education.
• Flexible and responsive, providing high-quality care across variable schedules and patient acuity levels

Requirements

• Must possess a current license and registration to practice as an occupational therapist, ot in the state of ny.
• Must possess current malpractice insurance, license in good standing
• Dedicated to providing extraordinary compassionate care as an occupational therapist, ot
• Energetic, enthusiastic, committed, & passionate about quality care
• Genuinely interested in helping ill, injured, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, & sometimes challenging residents
• Patience, a cheerful disposition, & willingness to assist any residents & co-workers
• Excellent communication, customer service, & organization skills
• Trusted to work independently & in a team environment
• Able to work well under pressure, flexible, & will work harmoniously with all staff
• Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but not mandated; we continue to offer covid-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from cdc

We are an equal opportunity employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. For assistance with the application, interview process, job functions, or employment benefits, contact the facility directly by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io and ask to speak to the hr department or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io

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