Occupational Therapist

Job description

SUMMARY: As an Occupational Therapist, your strong attention to detail and excellent evaluation skills are crucial to successfully restoring or improving each patient’s optimal level of function, independence, and quality of life. STATUS: Full Time: LOCATION: Golisano Rehabilitation - 1555 Long Pond Rd, Rochester, NY 14626 DEPARTMENT: Occupational Therapy - acute rehabilitation setting SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday; 8-hr shifts, 7:30-4, one weekend shift every 4-5 weeks at an enhanced rate. ATTRIBUTES: Three (3) to six (6) months of previous experience preferred Compassionate, kind, and patient-focused: Excellent communication and customer service skills For ElderONE Employment: 1 year of experience with the frail elderly population preferred RESPONSIBILITIES: Evaluation & Development. Perform a complete initial evaluation of referred patients using evaluation protocols, standardized tests, and clinical observations; develop and implement treatment plans, including short- and long-term goals and methods to achieve them; adjust treatment plan and goals as needed Documentation & Communication. Maintain complete documentation of patient evaluation, treatment, progress, and discharge statu...