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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

- Roslyn Full Time Show Map Location 29-01 216th Street, Bayside, NY, 11360, United States Base Pay $60.00 - $80.00 / Hour Job Category Clinical Employee Type Full Time Exempt Contact information Name Sharon Pardo Email spardo@stmaryskids.org Description The Occupational Therapist plans, monitors and implements an occupational therapy treatment program for each patient assigned based on the therapist's evaluation and the physician's requests. Additional responsibilities include staff and parent training. Supports Hospital's mission to provide the highest quality care by complying with regulatory guidelines, meeting agency standards, and obtaining appropriate certification.

JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

Evaluate the child's gross motor skills, reflexes, reactions, muscle tone, passive and active range of motion, upper extremity functioning/fine motor skills, sensory processing, cognitive and visual perceptual skills, ADL skills and equipment needs. 2. Check physician's orders to ensure OT services have been requested as appropriate. 3. Based on evaluation and physician's request, develop treatment plan, goals for child. 4. Order and/or fabricate supplies, equipment and orthotics needed to carry out each child's treatment plan. 5. Conduct occupational therapy treatment sessions as appropriate. 6. Develop monthly progress notes and 180 care plans/reevaluations and discharge summaries. 7. Comply with all infection control and safety guidelines. (i.e. disinfection of toys, equipment)

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE

Formal education required: Bachelors Degree In Occupational Therapy Registered Occupational Therapist, licensed In New York State Previous experience required: Two years pediatrics experience, preferred. Bilingual preferred.

Requirements Formal education required:

Registered by the American Occupational Therapy Association or successfully completed the educational requirements of occupational therapy. Licensed in the state as an Occupational Therapist.

Previous experience required:

Minimum of one year of pediatric occupational therapy experience and/or pediatric affiliation. Summary Join our fabulous team of professionals where big hearts help little patients! We 

RECOGNIZE

 ability and REWARD excellence. We offer a competitive salary and generous benefits: Excellent individual/family benefits Generous paid time off Tuition reimbursement Life insurance Flexible spending accounts 403(b) retirement plan St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children is committed to nurturing a compassionate environment that welcomes all children, young adults, families, and staff; built on the belief that what makes us different makes us stronger, and provides unity throughout our community. St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V/SO