Why You’ll Love Working at Sodus Rehab
- Competitive pay with newly increased rates
- Full benefits package (health, dental, vision)
- Paid time off
- 401(k) for long-term planning
- Stable, full-time position
- Supportive leadership team
- A workplace where your work is valued and visible every day
- Collaborative interdisciplinary team
Join the Team at Sodus Rehab & Nursing Center
We’re looking for an energetic and compassionate Occupational Therapist to help create meaningful, engaging experiences for our residents. If you enjoy working with people, being creative, and making a difference every day, this is a great opportunity to join a supportive team.
Qualifications/Experience:
- Must have a current unencumbered NYS license as a Registered Professional Occupational Therapist, Bachelor’s degree or higher.
- Graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy or international equivalent
- Geriatric experience preferred
- A current unrestricted driver’s license and dependable transportation
- Ability to professionally communicate with internal and external resources
- Ability to function independently as well as part of a team
- Ability to function effectively in stressful and changing situations
- Ability to positively give and receive oral and written direction
Essential Job Functions:
- Evaluate residents for Occupational Therapy services upon physician order
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Provide therapeutic interventions and adjust care based on resident progress
- Document progress, treatment plans, and outcomes in accordance with regulations
- Recommend discharge from therapy services when appropriate
- Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams on mobility, ADLs, and care planning
- Participate in discharge planning and care plan meetings
- Educate residents, families, and staff on therapy-related needs
- Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants and support staff
- Assist with equipment recommendations and procurement
- Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and regulatory standards
- Maintain productivity and quality expectations
What We’re Looking For
- Current, unrestricted New York State Occupational Therapist license
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy
- Graduate of an accredited OT program (or equivalent)
- Geriatric experience preferred
- Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Professional Expectations
- Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and facility regulations
- Uphold resident rights, confidentiality, and safety standards
- Follow infection control and sanitation protocols
- Report concerns related to abuse, neglect, or safety immediately
- Maintain strong communication with the Rehabilitation Manager and team
- Promote a positive, collaborative work environment
Why This Role Matters
You’ll play a key role in helping residents maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life through individualized, meaningful therapy interventions.
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Equal Opportunity Employer Sodus Rehab is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).
This job description is not all-inclusive; duties may change at any time and pay rates/bonuses are determined in accordance with facility policy and/or applicable collective bargaining agreements.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Please note this job description 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 change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.
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