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Occupational Therapist - Clinic

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Job Description

WCS HealthCare is partnering with a large organization dedicated to serving patients with developmental disabilities throughout the Hudson Valley. We are currently seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to join a team of interdisciplinary professionals supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) at a clinic located in Kingston, NY.

Position Responsibilities:
  • Review MD referrals and medical records prior to determining OT treatment needs.
  • Refer individuals to specialty clinics as needed (e.g., adaptive equipment, shoes, augmentative communication, splints).
  • Maintain active and up-to-date MD prescriptions in accordance with NYS Department of Health (DOH) and Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) guidelines.
  • Evaluate and assess individuals' needs and functioning in areas such as:
    • Cognitive/perceptual skills
    • Sensorimotor and musculoskeletal status
    • Gross and fine motor skills
    • CNS functionTransfers and mobility
    • Adaptive equipment and assistive technology
  • Conduct evaluations within facility-specified timeframes.
  • Collaborate with physicians and healthcare professionals to gather additional information and integrate input from individuals, families, and direct care staff.
  • Develop and implement treatment plans including:
  • Therapeutic exercises
    • Mat activities
    • ADLs
    • Exploration of assistive technology (e.g., power mobility)
    • Physical agent modalities (e.g., hot packs, cold packs, paraffin)
  • Write specific, objective, and measurable documentation through ECW, detailing needs, treatment potential, and progress, within established timeframes.
  • Provide training to individuals, families, and direct care staff.
  • Communicate effectively regarding discharge planning from rehabilitative programs.
  • Participate in care plan and team meetings as needed.Supervise COTAs, therapists on limited permits, and OT interns across healthcare, day, and residential settings.

Position Qualifications:

  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure in New York State.Strong knowledge of OT evaluation and treatment principles.
  • Ability to supervise assistants and interns.
  • Familiarity with physical agent modalities and mobility devices.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and electronic documentation systems.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Pandologic. Keywords: Occupational Therapist (OT), Location: Kingston, NY - 12401 , PL: 604023494
Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago

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