Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Location : Hialeah

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.

Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country.

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yOur hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion.

Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research.

At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence

Position Responsibilitie

s : Conduct an in person initial comprehensive occupational therapy assessment on all Eldercare participants upon enrollment and periodically as required by CMS Eldercare regulations and Eldercare protocol

s. Recommend a treatment plan to and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team in development of the plan of care for each participa

nt Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team, maintaining regular attendance at all the interdisciplinary team meetings.

Communicate participant changes; collaborate on care planning decisions and coordination of 24 hour car

e. Actively participates in the Intake and Assessment care plan meeting

s. Discuss condition and treatment plans and recommend solutions to participant care problems with the interdisciplinary tea

m. Plan individual and group activities and implement treatment(s) according to approved plan of car

e. Assess the home environment for safety and need for equipment and adaptations. Oversee the implementation and coordination of a home modification program, including installation of equipment and other changes to support independence and safet

y. Review the plan of care with the PTA before the PTA provides care. At least once every 30 days after new or revised plans of care, document in the medical record that the plan and the participant's progress have been reviewed with the PT

A. Re-evaluate participant's level of function to objectively determine participant's response to treatment. Alter treatment plan and activities accordingl

y. Educate and instruct participants and family members in proper care and use of various supports and exercise programs and in use of durable medical equipment in the hom

e. Direct, supervise and perform initial and annual competencies and evaluate the performance of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, and others assisting with OT treatmen

t. Provides oversight and supervision of the Occupational Therapist Assistants (OTAs) in accordance with the Florida State Practice A

ct Train Eldercare staff in methods to maximize safety and functional abilities in performing activities of daily living (ADL's

Know and adhere to the philosophy and goals of Eldercar

e. Participate in and support Quality Initiativ

es Participate in educational programs and attend all mandatory educational program

s. Inform supervisor of needs for equipment and material

s. Act only within the scope of authority to practic

Qualification

s : Current Florida State OT License. BLS or CPR Certificati

on Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program in accordance with state licensing requirement

s. 12 months of clinical work experience and minimun of 1 year working with a frail or elderly populatio

n.Benefi

tsWe believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs.

Our robust employee benefits package include

• s : Health benefi
• ts Life insuran
• ce Long-term disability covera
• ge Healthcare spending accoun
• ts Retirement pl
• an Paid time o
• ff Pet Insuran
• ce Tuition reimburseme
• nt Employee assistance progr
• am Wellness progr
• am On-site housing for select positions and mor
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