Location: Glens Falls,NY, USA
The Impact You Can Make The primary function of the occupational therapist is evaluation, assessment and treatment of functional performances specific to a patient's life roles when their roles have been disrupted by physical injury, illness or congenital impairment. This is accomplished by performance of tests and measurements, establishment of treatment goals and therapeutic intervention. The Glens Falls Hospital Impact Mission * * Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting. How You Will Fulfill Your Potential Responsibilities * Conduct evaluations for inpatients and outpatients of all ages according to clinical protocols and guidelines * Provide therapy for patients of all ages consistent with clinical guidelines and protocols * Consistently provide educational materials to patient and families regarding their particular condition/treatment * Train other staff in special techniques for patient care as needed * Supervise COTA's including updates of patient programs and goals* * Education/Experience: * Bachelors degree or Masters degree in Occupational Therapy from a New York State Department of Education accredited program. * *Licenses/Certificates/Registrations: * Valid NYS Drivers License for travel between sites for the provision of care and meetings * New York State license in Occupational Therapy * CPR * *Skills/Abilities: * Ability to operate computer, tape recorder and A/V devices. * Demonstrate the ability to read, analyze and interpret technical clinical information. * Ability to tactfully communicate evaluation results. * Ability to apply and interpret complex mathematical concepts such as validity, reliability, variance, etc. * Ability to problem solve independently. * Ability to instruct/teach patient/family of all age's skill level and medical diagnosis. * *Communities We Serve Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. * *Salary Range The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $31.78 to $47.67 per hour. Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements. * *Benefits Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be foundhere. Job: Allied Health - Rehabilitation* *Title: *Occupational Therapist (OT) - Inpatient (Per Diem) Location: NY-Glens Falls Requisition ID: 2405S