Occupational Therapist OT

Chestnut Park Rehabilitation & Nursing Center - Position SummaryThe Occupational Therapist (OT) at Chestnut Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is responsible for evaluating, planning, and providing skilled occupational therapy services to short-term rehabilitation and long-term care residents. The OT works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to promote functional independence, enhance safety, and improve residents' overall quality of life while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and facility regulations.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations upon admission and as clinically indicatedDevelop and implement individualized treatment plans in accordance with physician orders and resident goalsProvide skilled OT services focused on ADLs, fine motor skills, cognitive retraining, upper extremity function, positioning, splinting, and adaptive equipment trainingAddress functional mobility and environmental safety within resident rooms and common areasRecommend and train residents and staff in the use of adaptive devices and compensatory techniquesParticipate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and communicate resident progress to team membersComplete accurate, timely documentation in compliance with Medicare Part A, Part B, PDPM, and New York State Department of Health regulationsMonitor treatment effectiveness and adjust plans of care as appropriateSupervise and provide clinical oversight to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as assignedEducate families and caregivers regarding home safety and discharge planningMaintain infection control standards and follow all facility policies and proceduresQualificationsGraduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy programCurrent, active New York State Occupational Therapist licenseCurrent CPR certificationExperience in skilled nursing, geriatric rehabilitation, or long-term care preferredKnowledge of Medicare regulations and PDPM strongly preferredKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong clinical assessment and treatment planning skillsKnowledge of age-related diagnoses including CVA, orthopedic conditions, cardiac conditions, dementia, and generalized deconditioningAbility to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary teamExcellent documentation and time management skillsStrong communication skills with residents, families, and staffCommitment to resident-centered care and quality outcomesPhysical RequirementsAbility to lift, transfer, and assist residents as requiredFrequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and demonstration of therapeutic exercisesAbility to respond quickly in emergency situationsChestnut Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to our residents while fostering a supportive and professional work environment for our staff.