Title Occupational therapist.Duration - 12+ months (May be extended for 2 years)Location - Queens Village NY 11427.Shift time- Mon-Fri, 10 am-6 pm.Job Description-The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for conducting evaluations for our ICF (Intermediate Care Facility)
- Conducts functional evaluations screenings, and assessments to determine individuals' capabilities and needs in areas such as strength and endurance, balance and coordination, functional mobility, judgement and problem-solving abilities, activities of daily living, and self-care skills. (depending on site, evaluations are either due within 7 days or 30 days )
- Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates occupational therapy programs and services.
- Provides treatment services to individuals with complicated occupational therapy needs.
- Obtains and reviews individuals' information, including health histories.
- Makes recommendations based on evaluation results, including adaptive equipment and techniques, environmental modification, care provider training, and/or direct therapy services.
- Develops and implements individual treatment plans, including treatment strategies, goals, and anticipated outcomes.
- Selects, administers, and monitors treatment interventions and modalities, which may include the use of adaptive techniques and equipment; and conducts and supervises individual and group occupational therapy activities and programs to assist individuals in attaining therapeutic goals.
- Observes and records individuals' progress, response, and behavior in accordance with program standards; and modifies treatment plans, interventions, and goals as needed.
- Serves as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team; attends/provide individual case reviews and team meetings as the occupational therapy representative; and coordinates occupational therapy activities with other disciplines or therapy programs.