Occupational Therapist

Employees are an important part of life at Schofield Care! Not only do they help our residents to achieve their goals, but they also help them to maintain an optimal quality of life. We're looking for caring, compassionate employees to join our team and to help us fulfill our mission to deliver the area's BEST senior care!  

Position Summary:

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for completing evaluations and creating plans of care for residents in the Nursing Facility who have mental and physical impairments.  Services can be provided toward improvement (restorative) or maintenance of the impairments..

We strive to be an employer of choice:

• Competitive Wages
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Days
• Medical, Dental, Life Insurance
• 401(k) (eligibility based on full-time/part-time status)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Uniform Allowance
• Other Perks

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform Occupational Therapy evaluations and establish appropriate plans of care based upon noted impairments.
• Complete all paperwork in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to, evaluations, progress notes, re-evaluations, discharge summaries and screenings.
• Supervise COTAs, OT/COTA students, and therapy aides.
• Work as a member of the interdisciplinary team including physical therapy, speech therapy, nursing, social services and dietary.
• Provide education to staff, residents, and family members.
• Participate in meetings with families, residents and/or interdisciplinary team, as appropriate.
• Evaluate need for equipment, order and maintain equipment and therapy materials.
•  Participate in and/or present inservice programs.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have a car available for use.
• Have knowledge of, and follow rules and regulations of the NYS and Federal Health Code. Interpret and follow Medicare and Medicaid guidelines.
• Communicate with the physician and/or interdisciplinary team regarding resident status.
• Maintain current, accurate clinical records.  Documentation is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Participate in scheduling treatment and training sessions.
• Conduct home evaluations as needed, including coordination with family and resident to ensure resident participation.
• Complete billing documentation accurate and timely.

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Provides nursing, rehabilitation, and home health services for seniors.