Occupational Therapist - Buffalo, United States - ATC Buffalo

Description

JOB SUMMARYThe OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (O.T.) is a qualified professional who directs, supervises, evaluates, and provides occupational therapy services to patients as prescribed by the attending physician.

He/she provides therapy to rehabilitate and retrain fine motor skills. Services are provided in both the institutional and home health settings. He/she must possess excellent communication skills.
We are looking for an OT provider for an autistic, non-verbal student. The parent only wants virtual services. We are looking for either 3x30 or 2x45 minutes weekly.

Here are the available time slots:
between 10:30-11:30 or 1:30-4:00 M-F, or between 4:00-5:30 Tues & Fri.

The start date would be 4/17 until at least the end of this school year, with the possibility of continuing in the summer (7/10-8/18) and all of the next school year.

ABOUT USFor more than 40 years, ATC Healthcare has provided leading nurses and healthcare professionals to hospitals and facilities nationwide.

Healthcare systems around the U.S., including municipal health systems, multi-unit senior care companies, governments, school systems, VMS and MSP vendors trust us to deliver more than 100,000 nurses and other healthcare professionals on-demand.

If you have a track record of success in healthcare, we want you to join usWe offer the following benefits:

Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceReferral programTuition reimbursement401k PlanFlexible SchedulesLife insuranceDisability insuranceIdentity theft insurance$30.00-$35.00/hour, Compensation is Based on Experience EDUCATIONGraduate of an occupational therapy school accredited by the Council of Medical Education of The A.M.A.

in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association and/or by the State Department of Education in the specific state where employed.

LICENSURERegistered by the American Occupational Therapy Association and current, unrestricted license in the state of practice, if the practice is regulated in the applicable state.

EXPERIENCEAt least one year current experience as an Occupational Therapist in a clinical setting.
CREDENTIALSCPR as required by client facility; health and other screening tests as required by specific facilities and state regulations.
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONSVarious client facility settings; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESComplies with ATC policies/procedures.
Complies with client facility policies/procedures.
Documents accurately and completely.

Maintains confidentiality relative to patient care and facility practices in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).Communicates information effectively to appropriate personnel.

Evaluates and establishes goals based on patient's current level of functioning and potential for improvement.
Plans for the patient's discharge, prepares discharge summaries and instructions.

Provides patient care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that considers cultural diversity and age appropriateness so that autonomy, rights, and dignity are preserved.

Maintains competency by participating in continuing education programs and meets state specific requirements.

Complies with accepted ethical and professional standards of conduct as set forth by theAmerican Association of Occupational TherapyOther Duties:

Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.


Equal Opportunity Employer:
ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law.

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