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Occupational TherapistNPA WorldWide • New York City, NY, US
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Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

NPA WorldWide • New York City, NY, US
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job description :

  • Provide occupational therapy-based services to assigned caseload consistent with students' documented therapy goals, including those defined in areas of instructional and therapeutic focus and / or Individualized Education Program (IEP).
  • Develop and implement safe and appropriate therapeutic interventions.
  • Provide assessment, mandate recommendations, and intervention in related school-based areas of occupation (participation in academics, play / leisure, vocational, and self-care skills) and appropriately document or update annual therapy goals for students, as needed.
  • Evaluate, document, and monitor provision of service and student progress in a timely manner in line with policies of organization, governing bodies and in language comprehensible to caregivers.
  • Regularly communicate and collaborate with parents, school staff across all disciplines, and medical professionals regarding health, equipment use, participation in activities, positioning, feeding, and other relevant factors, as needed.
  • Fabricate, maintain, modify and monitor use of adaptive equipment and orthotics and train school staff regarding interventions involving assistive technology (AT) or other equipment.
  • Assist with assessments related to assistive technology (AT) and / or durable medical equipment (DME) needs, including participation in clinics, documenting medical necessity, obtaining measurements, working with providers, facilitating orders, coordinating with vendors for delivery, fittings, etc. as needed.
  • Attend and participate in scheduled supervision, department meetings, and activities.
  • Be responsible for maintaining office and therapy room organization.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

  • Valid license and current registration as an Occupational Therapist issued by the NYS Department of Education (NYSED).
  • Must be well organized with superior attention to detail and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Work with a great degree of self-direction and focus.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs, specifically Word and PowerPoint.
  • Two (2) years of relevant experience in occupational therapy working with school-aged children with significant disabilities (preferred).

    • Why is This a Great Opportunity :

  • Provide occupational therapy-based services to assigned caseload consistent with students' documented therapy goals, including those defined in areas of instructional and therapeutic focus and / or Individualized Education Program (IEP).
  • Develop and implement safe and appropriate therapeutic interventions.
  • Provide assessment, mandate recommendations, and intervention in related school-based areas of occupation (participation in academics, play / leisure, vocational, and self-care skills) and appropriately document or update annual therapy goals for students, as needed.
  • Evaluate, document, and monitor provision of service and student progress in a timely manner in line with policies of organization, governing bodies and in language comprehensible to caregivers.
  • Regularly communicate and collaborate with parents, school staff across all disciplines, and medical professionals regarding health, equipment use, participation in activities, positioning, feeding, and other relevant factors, as needed.
  • Fabricate, maintain, modify and monitor use of adaptive equipment and orthotics and train school staff regarding interventions involving assistive technology (AT) or other equipment.
  • Assist with assessments related to assistive technology (AT) and / or durable medical equipment (DME) needs, including participation in clinics, documenting medical necessity, obtaining measurements, working with providers, facilitating orders, coordinating with vendors for delivery, fittings, etc. as needed.
  • Attend and participate in scheduled supervision, department meetings, and activities.
  • Be responsible for maintaining office and therapy room organization.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

    • Salary Type : Annual Salary

    Salary Min : $ 65000

    Salary Max : $ 70000

    Currency Type : USD

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