Urgently hiring an Occupational Therapist in Brooklyn!

Job Description

The Occupational Therapist plans and administers occupational therapy treatment programs for medically referred participants to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of body parts. The schedule for this position is 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate participants referred by the provider and administer a treatment program in collaboration with the provider.
• Complete assessments, progress notes, treatment or revisits, discharge summaries, and interdisciplinary notes according to departmental policy and procedure.
• Perform participant evaluations and treatment at the PACE site and/or in the field, including participant’s homes and nursing homes.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment and follow safety protocols.
• Participate in developing a participant care plan with other interdisciplinary team members and participate in care plan meetings in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Document all pertinent participant information as required, including evaluations, progress notes, MDS, and care plans according to departmental policy and procedure.
• Document all statistical data as required.
• Consult with a physiatrist and other professionals when appropriate.
• Maintain a high standard of health care and clinical practice through attendance at continuing education in-services/seminars and reading professional journals.
• Participate in clinical education of student affiliates and provide clinical instruction to COTAs.
• Conduct clinical instruction for Level I & Level II Occupational Therapy, COTAs, COTA students, and student volunteers.
• Recommend equipment for discharges as appropriate.
• Participate in the delivery of in-service training programs for the site and departmental staff.
• Participate in Performance Improvement Monitoring.
• Act only within the scope of the individual’s authority to practice.
• Meet a standardized set of competencies for the specific position description established by the PACE organization before working independently.

Essential Skills

• Successful completion of an Occupational Therapy program from an accredited university or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• One (1) year of experience as an Occupational Therapist and/or experience with the geriatric population preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with a frail or elderly population or appropriate training from the PACE organization upon hiring.
• Ability to establish rapport with patients and staff.
• Proficiency in using all OT modalities/equipment.
• Ability to travel to participant’s homes, nursing homes, and sites/clinics.
• Knowledge of PACE regulations.
• New York State licensure as a Registered Occupational Therapist.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of Care Compass and other EMRs preferred.

Work Environment

Openings are available in Brooklyn at Bushwick. The work environment includes both the PACE site and field locations such as participant’s homes and nursing homes. The position requires adherence to safety protocols and maintaining a clean and safe environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $99195.45 - $113800.12/yr.

Benefit Guide available upon request

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, height, weight, or genetic information. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brooklyn,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $99,195 - $113,800