Occupational Therapist - Phaxis : Job Details

Occupational Therapist for Rehab Department of a HealthCare organization serving the Senior Population

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Pay Range: $59 - $61

Schedule: Monday – Friday 9:00am-5:00pm (1 hour lunch)

Job Duties Include:

• Plans and administers Occupational therapy treatment programs for medically referred participants to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of body parts.
• Recommends equipment for discharges as appropriate
• Participates in clinical education of student affiliates

Job Requirements:

• Successful completion of an Occupational Therapy program from an accredited university or equivalent. Bachelor's Degree, required
• New York State licensure as a Registered Occupational Therapist
• One (1) year of experience as an Occupational Therapist and/or experience with the Geriatric population preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with a frail or elderly population
• Ability to establish rapport with patients and staff.
• Ability to use all OT Modalities/equipment.
• Ability to travel to participant's homes, nursing homes, and sites/clinics.