Salary: Competitive, ranging from $75,000 to $95,000
Employment Type: Full-Time
Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package
Join a Dynamic and Inclusive Team: Be a valued member of a diverse and cohesive team.
Open to New Graduates.
Overview: Our occupational therapy team plays a crucial role in promoting the health and well-being of residents by delivering comprehensive and high-quality therapy services. A valid state-specific Occupational Therapy license is a requirement for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Initiate skilled occupational therapy treatments as per physician's orders, while maintaining essential communication with physicians.
- Manage written evaluations, progress notes, MDS records, and discharge summaries for residents participating in the occupational therapy program.
- Collaborate with fellow healthcare professionals to address the unique needs of residents and enhance their rehabilitation or functional maintenance.
- Contribute to Resident Care Planning meetings and lead them when the Director of Occupational Therapy is unavailable.
- Keep meticulous statistical records of residents' treatments.
- Assist in inservice training programs upon request.
- Update and maintain residents' care plans.
Who will be a Great Fit?
- Graduation from an accredited school of occupational therapy is mandatory.
- A valid New York State license for occupational therapy practice is required.
- A minimum of two years of occupational therapy experience.
- A strong interest in occupational therapy treatment programs for geriatric and subacute populations, with a commitment to a team-based approach.
- Demonstrated ability to provide guidance to others.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated responsibility and a collaborative approach to working with residents, families, and colleagues.
- Attributes of maturity, diplomacy, and the capacity to work effectively with others.
- Ability to interact with geriatric and chronically ill residents, as well as other healthcare professionals, in a friendly and supportive manner.
- Ability to perform tasks to the highest standards of excellence.
About the Area: North Creek, situated in the heart of the Adirondacks, offers year-round enjoyment and a range of exciting activities. This Alpine Village boasts stunning landscapes and a wealth of entertainment options, including tubing, cross-country and downhill skiing, ice climbing, shopping, dining, hiking, biking, and more. Additionally, North Creek is home to one of the premier family-friendly alpine skiing destinations in the Northeast, Gore Mountain.