Occupational Therapist- Outpatient Occupational Therapy

Overview

Job Description - Occupational Therapist
- Outpatient Occupational Therapy (2600295)

Occupational Therapist
- Outpatient Occupational Therapy

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, a TH Occupational Therapist is a valuable member of our team, who provides clinical services to our patient population. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.

• Plans and provides occupational therapy treatment programs for each inpatient and outpatient including the evaluation, treatment or prevention of a disability, injury, disease or other condition of health. Treatment may include but it is not limited to all aspects of ADL, perceptual/cognitive activities, sensory-motor activities, therapeutic craft modalities, splint fabrication and therapeutic activities. Evaluation may include joint range of motion, muscle strength, NDT evaluation, Prevocational evaluation and sensorium.
  
  Consultation may concern the adaptation of physical environment for the handicapped, and guidance in the selection and use of adaptive equipment.
• Fabricates and modified patient splints including the design, assessment and monitoring of splints and other orthotic devices.
• Performs activities of daily living involving directing and aiding patients in tasks including transfer training, bed mobility, hygiene, grooming, dressing, and self-feeding.
• Directs and trains patients in the care and use of UE prosthetics, orthotic devices, and assistive and adaptive equipment to restore, reinforce and enhance performance.
• Consults with other members of the health care team including the physician concerning goals and treatment plans.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. NYS License or eligible.
If Eligible NYS License must be obtained within one year in order to maintain employment.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist in acute care and outpatient setting. 2 Years Inpatient and Outpatient OT experience. Pediatric experience.

Please Note: Verification of degree (e.g., diploma or official transcript) is required for this role. Upload of documentation must be included with your application for consideration.

Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. For full consideration, applications should be received before the initial review date (within two weeks of the posting date).

If no candidate is selected during the initial review, additional applications may be considered; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimum two weeks after the initial posting date. If no candidate is identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting may close for review and possibly be reposted later.

Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.

Pre-employment Requirements: The following are required before start date: pre-employment physical examination and medical clearance; electronic reference check with at least three professional references; 4‑panel drug screen; regulatory pre-employment screenings; and provision of any required NYS license(s)/certificate(s).

Note: The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Stony Brook University is committed to diversity and an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected classes. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the University Office of Equity and Access at .

Anticipated Pay Range: The salary range for this position is $90,515 - $114,795 Base. This range is a good faith estimate of the compensation at the time of posting. The final offer will reflect validated years of experience.

Location and

Schedule:

Outpatient Occupational Therapy;
Full-time;
Day Shift.

Schedule:

Mon, Thu 8am-4pm;
Tue, Fri 9:30am-5:30pm;
Wed 11:30am-7:30pm;
Pass Days:
Variable.

Job Number: 2600295

Official

Job Title:

TH Occupational Therapist III