Occupational Therapist - Theradynamics : Job Details

Occupational Therapist (OT) Needed for full time work at a Skilled Nursing Facility in Troy NY! W2 and 1099 welcome to apply!Theradynamics is proud to be recognized as one of the leading contract rehabilitative therapy companies in the Tri-State area. For more than 16 years, we have been working closely with the patients in helping them achieve their goals through creative treatments and state of art equipment. We offer competitive salary and benefits that secures your future, and we can accommodate your flexibility through full time or part time positions.*Position Summary*: The Staff Occupational Therapist assumes part and/or full time clinical responsibilities in an assigned facility. This is a professional position with the primary responsibility of evaluation of patients and direct patient care. Additional duties of an administrative nature are to be performed and as assigned.*Qualifications*: The Occupational Therapist must have: Bachelors and/or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy, current state license, excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrate competency in therapy treatment and evaluation principles, techniques, materials and equipment utilization and demonstrate knowledge of state and federal accreditation standards.*Duties and Responsibilities:* Every effort has been made to keep your job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.* Assumes responsibility for the screening, evaluation and treatment of facility patients/residents needing Occupational Therapy services.* Reviews medical information and conducts screenings prior to evaluations to determine patient need for services and ability to benefit from skilled services.* Performs patient's evaluations under physician order and develops a treatment plan in accordance with patient's needs.* Implements treatment plan through direct treatment, education of treatment staff and supervision of physical therapy staff.* Assumes responsibility for continual professional growth and development, by participating in continuing education programs, and other appropriate learning experiences.* Maintains accurate billing information in accordance with facility procedures on a daily basis.* Attends and participates in interdisciplinary meetings as appropriate to relay clinical findings and recommendations to other members of the rehab team.* Attends and participates in family meetings as appropriate.* Adheres to documentation requirements of Rehabilitation department and the facility.* Conducts staff training/education as appropriate via formal and informal in services and consultations.* Reviews and follows the policies and procedures outlined by the facility and Rehabilitation, Inc.* Supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants and rehabilitation aides/extenders as indicated by patient needs and state laws and discipline practice act.* *Team Dynamics:** Effectively communicates with staff to accomplish goals and objectives.* Creates a work atmosphere that promotes cooperation, respect, flexibility and teamwork amongst peers and staff.* *Safety and Sanitation:** Follow all established safety procedures and precautions when operating equipment.* Report equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to the program manager as soon as possible.* Report all unsafe/hazardous conditions to the program manager immediately.* *Customer Service:** Maintains an adequate liaison with families, residents and patients.* Demonstrates awareness, respect and concern for internal customers (coworkers) and external customers (i.e. patients, residents, families, physicians, referral sources)* *Residents' Rights:** Maintains CONFIDENTIALITY of all resident care information to assure resident rights are protected.* Assures that the resident's rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights, including the right to wage complaints, are followed.* *Attendance** Observes rules, policies and regulations with regard to attendance, punctuality, appearance and professional attitude as established by the facility.* Due to the nature of the industry, many of our programs offer seven (7) days a week services. Accordingly, you may be asked to work weekends as part of your scheduled workweek.* Miscellaneous:* Conforms to the HIPAA Compliance Program and applicable facility policies for patient privacy.* Conforms to the facility's policies and procedures.* *Physical** Able to stand times (2) plus hours without interruptions or breaks.* Able to push, pull, move, and or lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum of 4 feet or carry 50 lbs. a minimum of 2 feet.* Must be able to perform all patient transfers, (including stand pivot, 2 person, sliding board, Hoyer Lift, non-weight bearing) safety and effectively with or without mechanical devices.* Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently throughout the day.* Must be able to assist with the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.* Must pass Medical and Physical examination based on job qualifications, requirements and duties/responsibilities.* *Emotional** Must have the willingness to work with severely physically, emotionally and cognitively compromised residents and patients.* Must be able to take direction from registered therapist and other team members to promote patient treatment and safety.* Must be willing to work in an environment with risk of personal injury, exposure to infectious waste/materials, infectious diseases, and odors.* Must be able to cope with the emotional stress associated with working with patients, families and coworkers.* Must be able to work independently with periodic (daily or less) support and direction.* *Cognitive:** Must be alert and attentive to patients and work environment throughout day.* Must be able to shift attention and task performance based on patient and facility requirements.* Must be able to work in a distractible and stimulating environment.* Must be able to read, understand, and comply with all facility based policy procedures.* Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.* *Sensory:** Must have visual, hearing and sensory skills adequate to preserve patient and personal safety.INDSNJob Types: Full-time, Contract, Per diemPay: $40.00 - $57.00 per hourSchedule:* Monday to Friday* Weekends as neededLicense/Certification:* Occupational Therapy License (Required)Work Location: In person