The ideal candidate is a skilled professional that is passionate about delivering quality care and making a difference. This position is for a Pediatric Occupational Therapist to work in the Elmira City School District. This position can be considered for a 10 month or 12 month full-time position. If 10 months is preferred, you will have summers off.
MAIN FUNCTION:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical
1. According to physician prescription, evaluates specific needs of the patient and formulates an appropriate treatment plan to achieve measurable occupational therapy goals.
2. Completes evaluations for wheelchairs, splints, positioning and ADL equipment.
3. Fabricates orthotic assistive and splinting devices as necessary.
4. Prepares written documentation as required by policy and procedure, including evaluation results, treatment plans, progress and other reports.
5. Communicates with the patient's physician on all aspects of the patient's care and progress.
6. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure efficient coordination of the patient care plan.
7. Provides guidance and direction to those staff members assigned to assist in patient care.
8. Provides appropriate education, training and guidance to the patient, family members and/or care givers.
9. Assists in the care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
10. Assists in developing and standardizing new occupational therapy services and products as appropriate.
Education, Institutional and Community Involvement, Other
1. Provides in-service educational opportunities for Health staff, physicians and others as appropriate.
2. Assumes responsibility for continuing education relevant to professional and personal learning needs.
3. Participates in Health and departmental committees as required.
4. Demonstrates professional image, attitudes and behaviors consistent with the philosophy of the profession and the Health organization.
5. Is responsible for attending all annual mandatory education programs as required by position.
6. Provides age appropriate care to neonate, infant, children, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
7. Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the customer/patient by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way, being attentive to the customer’s needs, both psychologically and physically, and by taking the initiative to maintain communication with the customer in order to provide a secure and pleasant experience with the Health organization.
8. It is understood that this job description lists typical duties of the classification and is not to be considered inclusive of all duties which may be assigned.
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CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS:
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Nestled in the Finger Lakes Region , Elmira offers a blend of natural beauty, culture, and community . You’ll enjoy:
Four-season outdoor recreation – hiking, kayaking, skiing, and hot air ballooning
Proximity to Watkins Glen, Corning, Ithaca, and the Finger Lakes Wine Trail
Affordable living and a strong sense of community
Easy commutes to Syracuse, Rochester, and Pennsylvania
Access to great schools, colleges, and family-friendly amenities
Whether you love nature, small-town charm, or a thriving arts scene, Elmira provides the perfect setting to live and grow your career.
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