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Rochester Regional Health Occupational Therapist - $7500 Signing Bonus in Potsdam, New York
Description
HOW WE CARE FOR YOU
At St. Lawrence Health, we are dedicated to getting health care right. Our robust benefits and total rewards foster employee wellbeing, professional development and personal growth. We care for your career while caring for the community.
SUMMARY
The occupational therapist completes patient assessments, establishes patient care plans, administers patient treatment and directs delivery of treatment utilizing professional occupational therapy assistants in accordance with licensure and regulatory scope and standards, and established hospital policies, procedures and protocols. Adhere to the professional standards of the American Occupational Therapy Association. Actively supports and participates in patient coverage efforts across all departments as necessary. Hours may vary including weekend rotation for the inpatient department.
St. Lawrence Health (SLH) was established in December 2013 with the mission to improve health and to expand access through coordination and integration of services. SLH became an affiliate of Rochester Regional Health (RRH) in January 2021. Working together with our community partners, including local health departments and agencies, we are focused on disease prevention, promoting access to quality healthcare services, and improving the overall quality of life for our communities.
STATUS: Full time
LOCATION: Lawrence Ave, Potsdam
DEPARTMENT: Physical Rehab
SCHEDULE: 7.5 hour shift
ATTRIBUTES
- Up to $7,500 signing bonus
- Required: Graduate of an accredited program, BA O.T.
- Required: active and clear NYS OT license or limited permit following NYS Practice Act guidelines
- Required: BLS (current or scheduled)
- Preferred: minimum of 1 year of post-licensure practice as an Occupational Therapist
- Completes occupational therapy evaluations to establish treatment plans and home programs to restore function, relieve pain & prevent disability. Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
- Administers patient treatment plan involving application of occupational therapy techniques and modalities as indicated. Monitors response and progress to update and modify treatment plan as necessary to meet patient goals. Instructs patients and family members / caregivers in occupational therapy procedures and self-care techniques. Directs care that is provided by the occupational therapy assistant by providing oversight. Performs discharge planning and documentation to provide discharge instructions and maintain post-discharge continuity of care.
- Consults with physicians and other health care professionals regarding treatments, progress, patient needs, and outcomes.
- Participates in self and others' education, training and development, as applicable .Performs any other related duties as assigned.
- Additional documentation that is not performed during evaluation and treatment sessions.
PAY RANGE: $68,000.00 - $103,116.00
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Minimum Salary: 68000.00 Maximum Salary: 103116.00 Salary Unit: Yearly