Occupational Therapist

Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center is one of New York City's premier acute care hospitals. Located in Downtown Bronx, Lincoln is a teaching hospital renowned for its Centers of Excellence, and a recognized industry leader in the implementation of state-of-the art medical technology and best practices. Our team of highly trained and caring medical professionals is dedicated to providing the highest quality health care that is safe, compassionate, culturally competent and patient-centered. Comprehensive services are offered in three major primary care areas: Medicine, Pediatrics, and Women's Health in addition to more than eighty (80) specialty services. At Lincoln, the safety and comfort of our patients is our number one priority.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Work Shifts

9:00 A.M - 5:00 P.M

37.5 Weekly Hours

Duties & Responsibilities

Purpose of Position :


Under supervision, performs specialized activities to assist patients to restore or improve physical abilities, promote behavioral changes, adapt surroundings, and teach new skills. Acts in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal rules and regulations and occupational therapy standards of care; performs related work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
1. Assists in the evaluation of the patient's needs and performance of activities of daily living.
2. May administer Range of Motion tests.
3. Instructs assigned patients in activities of daily living, such as washing, dressing, eating and handling of such assistive devices, such as braces and wheelchairs.
4. Instructs patients on and assists patients in carrying out therapeutic activities and exercises to improve their physical and mental well-being.
5. Assists in setting up programs for the patient's caregivers in the home setting.
6. May provide teaching, guidance and direction to health professionals on the proper standards of occupational therapy practice.
7. Maintains equipment and requisitions supplies.
8. Maintains accurate records and prepares reports.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Valid license and current registration to practice as an Occupational Therapist issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

Benefits

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• College Savings Program
• Union Benefits for eligible titles
• Multiple employee discounts programs
• Commuter Benefits Programs

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