Occupational Therapist

1 month ago

New York, United States NYC Health Hospitals Full time

NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan is the community hospital of choice for residents of East Harlem, northern Manhattan, and neighboring communities. The hospital provides culturally-sensitive care in a welcoming and hospitable setting, emphasizing primary care medicine and utilizing the latest advances in medical science. Metropolitan delivers high quality health services with compassion, dignity, and respect to all, without exception. Since its founding in 1875, the hospital has been affiliated with New York Medical College, representing the oldest partnership between a hospital and a private medical school in the United States. Metropolitan is a part of the NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal hospital and health care system in the country.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Work Shifts

8:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M

Job Description

Purpose of Position: Under supervision of Chief, Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapist will administer treatment as prescribed by physiatrist.

Functions/Responsibilities:
1. Demonstrates knowledge of the Privacy and Security rules outlined in the HIPAA guidelines.
2. Successfully completes the mandatory three-day HHC orientation.
3. Adheres and conforms to all hospital and departmental guidelines, policies and procedures.
4. Perform thorough occupational therapy evaluations utilizing appropriate methods.
5. Discuss patient treatment and specific problems with OT supervisory personnel.
6. Performs appropriate treatment involving therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and other modalities.
7. Keeps accurate records of patient evaluations, progress, recommendations, and goals.
8. Attends rounds and clinics appropriate to area assignment.
9. Keeps daily attendance record of patients.
10. Educates patient and/or family regarding the occupational therapy aspects of diagnosis, treatment plan and prognosis in an appropriate manner.
11. Establishes measurable, realistic goals based on the needs and age of patients.
12. Participates in clinical teaching as a clinical instructor for OT students.
13. Ability to communicate effectively with the patients in both an oral and written fashion.
14. Demonstrates commitment to continued professional growth.
15. Adheres to the departmental attendance policy.
16. All other duties as required by the department.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Valid license and current registration to practice as an Occupational Therapist issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

  • Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
  • Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
  • Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
  • College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
  • Multiple employee discounts programs

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