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Occupational Therapist
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What they do
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.
$91,315 / year median in New York
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Qualifications Occupational Therapy License Full Job Description Certified Occupational Therapy Job Responsibilities:
Optimizes physical abilities and skills of patients in facilities by: assisting in protocols of screening Implementing treatment for all assigned patients Delivering treatment to achieve identified objectives according to the established treatment plan Accurately documenting progress toward objectives and communicating patient status and needs to the patient, the patient's family Expanding and enhancing clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers and other professional staff Self-study, and other continuing education activities; maintaining valid state license/registration/certification (where appropriate) Maintain administration requirements by: submitting billing, payroll and expense documentation in an accurate and timely manner, assisting in collection of statistics and updating records; informing appropriate staff and managers of patient progress and facility issues; and contributing to facility rehab goals and plans. Comply with infection control procedures and environment safety protocol within a facility. Must embrace the team concept and interdisciplinary careEducation and Qualifications:
Valid NY state license Graduate of a OTR approved school for Occupational TherapyBenefits
- Professional Development