Full-time Occupational Therapists Needed at Positive Change Therapy in Danbury, CT.

The Occupational Therapist is a qualified professional person who directs, supervises, evaluates and provides occupational therapy services to patients in the home as prescribed by the attending physician.

Schedule:
Monday to Friday
9pm-5pm

• The Occupational Therapist is a qualified professional person who directs, supervises, evaluates and provides occupational therapy services to patients in the home as prescribed by the attending physician
• Providing treatment as ordered by the attending physician
• Evaluates and establishes goals based on the patient’s current level of functioning and potential for improvement and perform re-evaluations as indicated
• Guides and instructs the patient in prescribed therapeutic, self-care, and creative activities that are directed toward improving independence and physical and mental functioning
• Establishes household management routines
• Records and reports to the physician the patient’s reaction to the therapy program or any changes in the patient’s condition through periodic written summaries
• Instructs patients and their families in the use of prosthetic, orthotic, and assistive devices (canes, walker, wheelchairs, etc.)
• Advising, consulting and, when appropriate, instructs the family in the patient’s total occupational therapy program
• Instructs other health team personnel in the care of patients regarding occupational therapy
• Attends paramedical service meetings and combined paramedical and nursing service meetings
• Prepares clinical/progress notes on the day of the visit which are incorporated in the clinical record weekly
• Participates in staff development activities and in-service education
• Attends case conferences
• Supervises the occupational therapy assistant, as indicated

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an occupational therapy school approved by the Council of Medical Education of the A.M.A. in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association or its equivalent
• Registered by the American Occupational Therapy Association
• Has at least one (1) year of institutional experience
• Licensed and/or registered by the state
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification or American Red Cross Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification
• Reliable means of transportation
• A valid Driver's License and a clean Department of Motor vehicle record

Salary:

$83k - 120k per year

Benefits:

• Monthly bonus potential
• Opportunity for important work/life balance
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• A robust benefits package: medical (HSA/FSA availability), dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options
• Health improvement plan opportunities to lower premium costs
• Company-sponsored basic life/ADandD insurance and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) and ROTH IRA savings plans + company match with auto-enrollment after probationary period
• Continuing professional development with CEU stipends available
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

This is a wonderful opportunity to expand your knowledge and experience. Come be a part of a growing organization in a progressive, supportive, and innovative team.

Apply today!