Occupational Therapist- Rehab-Per Diem-Day-Mount Sinai Queens

The Per Diem Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating and treating patients and facilitating rehabilitation and independence. Develops and designs treatment plans for physically, mentally and/or emotionally disabled patients. Occupational Therapists enable, enhance and improve patients ability to gain independent, productive daily living and working environments.

• Move Item Down Examines and assesses patients' physical, cognitive and learning abilities to determine realistic attainable rehabilitation goals and plan of care.
• Treatment interventions are based on findings of the evaluation and the plan of care.
• Selects educational, recreational and social activities that will help individuals learn work and life-management skills within limits of their cognitive and physical capabilities.
• Reassesses patients' progress and prepares reports that details progress.
• Documents therapy activities and maintains necessary records in patient files.
• Provides training and education to caregivers in preparation of discharge.
• Recommends changes in patients' work or living environments that is consistent with their needs and capabilities.
• Provide documentation of medical necessity for approval of DME/adaptive equipment and ongoing treatment.

• Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Occupational Therapy
• Experience: Graduate of accredited Occupational Therapy Program
• License/Certification: New York State Occupational Therapy License. National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) preferred
   

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