Return to search results or previous page My Job Cart | Sign In Save to My Job Cart Send to a Friend Print This Page APPLY NOW Occupational Therapist Requisition ID: NSU000838 Location: North Shore University Hospital -- Manhasset Schedule: Per Diem Shift: Day Job Description:As an Occupational Therapist you will evaluate and treat patients with disabilities, injuries and/or disease in accordance with the written and signed prescription and/or referral of a state licensed physician or other State authorized practitioner.Responsibilities include:Administers direct patient care in accordance with the written and signed prescription of the referring physician or other State authorized practitioner. Submits required documentation in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Department.Utilizes thorough and appropriate evaluation techniques to establish realistic goals. Designs and implements a treatment plan which best meets the needs of the patient and works toward achieving established goals.Develops and implements treatment plans to improve gross and fine motor coordination, movement and function of upper extremities.Collaborates with interdisciplinary team staff involved with patients' care to enhance the integration of services to maximize the patient's potential for recovery/improvement. Provides patient remediation in patient's deficit areas to assist the patient to achieve maximum functioning in his/her daily life.Treats patients with acute or developmental disabilities using methods including but not limited to: kinetic activities, perceptual training and developmental sequencing.Instruct patient and significant caregivers in daily living skills including, but not limited to: tub transfers, dressing activities, feeding and household activities in order to promote a more independent and self-sufficient level of functioning.Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.Reviews and arranges for required Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and instructs patient in use and protocols for dealing with malfunction of same. Makes appropriate recommendations for follow-up care upon discharge. Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy, required. Master's Degree, preferred.Must be currently licensed as Occupational Therapist in New York StateAvailability to work weekdays Our Culture Transforming care, optimizing patient satisfaction and creating better patient outcomes are just some of the things our talented team members are doing at North Shore-LIJ each and every day. As a culture committed to providing our customers with the highest quality service, we stand behind our core values: Patients first; Caring; Excellence; Innovation; Integrity and Teamwork. It is our commitment and our culture that sets us apart from others and is the cornerstone of everything we do. Join an organization whose team members are valued, cared for and offered continuous opportunities to grow. Click on the link to learn more about us: www.northshorelij.com/goals Please note: North Shore-LIJ is a smoke-free environment. Smoking and the use of tobacco products is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises. Free smoking cessation programs and quit medications are offered to team members who wish to quit through the North Shore-LIJ Center for Tobacco Control. Job: Physical/Occupational TherapyPrimary Location: North Shore University Hospital -- ManhassetOrganization: NSUH at ManhassetSchedule: Per DiemShift: Day Job9:00 AM - 5:00 PM APPLY NOW Save to My Job Cart