Occupational Therapy Jobs in Elmhurst, NY

li>Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, proper body mechanics, injury prevention strategies, and self-management techniques to promote long-term functional recovery. Working in settings such as hospitals, clinics, and rehabilitation centers, they create personalized, evidence-based treatment plans using exercise and manual therapy to help patients recover and become independent.

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Across NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center, Care Coordinators are the guardians of continuity of care; they are the skilled clinicians leading the full spectrum of patient care, from pre-admission to discharge while ensuring quality outcomes. As a Care Coordinator at NewYork-Presbyterian, you'll serve as a highly valued and respected leader from day one, empowered to make amazing things happen for our patients and their families.

li>Soft Skills: Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Proficient in performing neurological examinations, interpreting diagnostic studies (EEG, EMG, MRI, CT), and managing treatment plans for various neurological conditions.

We serve children and families in the metro New York area (all 5 boroughs of NYC, Hudson Valley, Long Island and Albany), Virginia/DC area, Maryland, New Jersey, Connecticut and Delaware.

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants to join our New York City team, to work with children and families.

CareOne is a trusted leader in skilled nursing, short-term rehab, long-term care, assisted living, LTACH, and sub-acute care. With a family-owned culture and a network of centers across the Northeast, we are committed to helping our therapists succeed while providing the highest level of patient care.

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• Bachelors Degree in Occupational Therapy • Current and Active Occupational Therapy Assistant license within the state of operations • Prefer-experience/knowledge in older adult rehabilitation • Prefer knowledge in governmental and regulatory guidelines in designated healthcare settings. The OTA participates as an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, manages resources to meet the needs of the resident/resident and related customers balancing outcomes and cost effective and efficient treatment.

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This opportunity is ideal for Occupational Therapists who value autonomy, flexibility, and truly meaningful patient outcomes, while enjoying the freedom to create and manage your own treatment schedule and build strong, lasting patient relationships. FOX clinicians must be able to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including: Exerting medium physical effort, including lifting 25-50 lbs occasionally, 10-25 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly.

BLS certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA, or the American Red Cross-ARC) OR CPR/AED certification (issued by the American Heart Association-AHA, or the American Red Cross-ARC) is required upon entry to the position. Responsible for evaluating occupational therapy needs and implementing comprehensive, medically prescribed occupational treatment to assigned patients in a supervises program of rehabilitation.

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BLS certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA, or the American Red Cross-ARC) OR CPR/AED certification (issued by the American Heart Association-AHA, or the American Red Cross-ARC) is required upon entry to the position.

Responsible for evaluating occupational therapy needs and implementing comprehensive, medically prescribed occupational treatment to assigned patients in a supervises program of rehabilitation.

Here is a description of the key responsibilities of a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant: • Patient Care Execution: Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible for executing the therapeutic plans designed to help patients. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant must observe changes in the patients performance and behavior, report these observations to the occupational therapist, and adjust the therapy interventions accordingly to ensure continuous improvement.

p>Here is a description of the key responsibilities of a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant:

• Patient Care Execution: Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible for executing the therapeutic plans designed to help patients. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant must observe changes in the patients performance and behavior, report these observations to the occupational therapist, and adjust the therapy interventions accordingly to ensure continuous improvement.

Here is a description of the key responsibilities of a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant: