An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
Overview Located in Port Jefferson, the St. Charles Campus of Good Samaritan University Hospital combines advanced clinical expertise with a longstanding commitment to compassionate care. The campus has earned both a Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade "A" and a CMS 5-Star Quality Rating and is known for its excellence in Maternal/Child Services, Orthopedics, Rehabilitation, Bariatric Surgery, and Emergency Care. A leader in acute inpatient rehabilitation on Long Island, St. Charles Campus provides specialized care for patients recovering from conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and orthopedic injuries. As part of Catholic Health, the campus is committed to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care that improves outcomes and strengthens the communities it serves. Job Details Pediatric Outpatient Rehabilitation is looking for an Occupational Therapist to work in our outpatient pediatric rehabilitation program. Our outpatient pediatric rehab clinic sees children from birth to adolescence in a multidisciplinary program. An Occupational Therapist (OT) helps patients develop, recover, or maintain the skills needed for daily living and independence following illness, injury, surgery, or disability. Evaluates and treats physician-referred patients by organizing and conducting occupational therapy programs. Facilitates rehabilitation of the mentally or physically handicapped. Directs patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. Facilitates the learning of skills and functions essential for adaptation and productivity, and promotes and maintains health.
Requirements:
NY State Occupational Therapy License and registration. Strong oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills Pediatric rehabilitation experience is preferred Posted Salary Range USD $45.96 - USD $57.50 /Hr. This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.
