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Occupational Therapist Westchester
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Miami Jewish Health
4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Brief Description Miami Jewish Health is one of the largest providers of healthcare and living options for aging adults in the Southeast. We operate Florida PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Centers, the largest PACE program in Florida, which serves as health plan, healthcare provider, and social center designed for older adults with complex medical needs. We have four adult day health centers that serve participants in Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
Job Title Occupational Therapist (Florida PACE Centers)
Job Summary Evaluates and treats patients to help restore or maintain their ability to perform activities of daily living. Establishes a treatment plan with interventions directed toward developing daily living skills, work readiness, play/leisure activities or enhancing educational performance skills. Teaches patients skills/techniques and how to use adaptive equipment for participating in activities of daily living. The occupational therapist considers sensory-motor integration, perceptual awareness, neuromuscular function, motivation, and cognitive or psychosocial components of performance. Provides supervision to support staff.
Essential Job Functions
Completes a comprehensive occupational therapy evaluation and plan of care
Develops a comprehensive treatment plan with goals that align with identified impairments for each participant to maximize potential
Begins discharge planning on evaluation and involves the patient, family and/or caregiver in establishing goals for rehabilitation and discharge planning, as evidenced in the documentation
Reviews patient’s status at regular intervals changes the treatment program as necessary
Participates in and provides in-service education to facilities, supportive staff, students, and the community
Attends both departmental and IDT (interdisciplinary team) meetings
Establishes a cooperative working relationship between the IDT, rehab team and members of the medical community
Supervises and trains support personnel
Documentation aligns with best practice standards and is accurate and timely
Identifies potential problem situations, intervenes appropriately, and communicates such events to supervisor
Performs related non-clinical services necessary to maintain the efficient operation of the department, and adjusts schedule as required
Demonstrates willingness to work across clinical service lines, including inpatient, outpatient, and PACE as needed
Education
Master’s degree preferred
Experience
One year experience in occupational therapy and experience working with the geriatric population
Licenses/Certifications
Florida licensed occupational therapist
Current BLS certification
Valid Florida Driver’s License
Proof of Insurance
Abilities Required
Current knowledge of safety issues needed in the treatment of patients, especially regarding body mechanics and body substance precautions to protect self, patients and personnel working with therapist
Effective written and oral communication skills Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Good problem solving and clinical judgment skills
Demonstrate ability to take initiative, be adaptable and work well independently
Be well organized, flexible, dependable, and punctual
Ability to work well with staff, individuals, and participants of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Must be computer literate (Microsoft Office, Excel)
Environment Work Conditions
Normal working condition with adequate lighting and ventilation
Proximity to moving mechanical parts, and housekeeping/cleaning agents
Infectious Material Exposure
Routine exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues
Physical Requirements
Demonstrates the ability to perform the following tasks without posing a threat to the health and safety of those involved (employee, co-workers, caregivers, patient): lift, turn, move, position and transport patients in and out of bed, chair, bathtub, wheelchair, lift, etc.
Sedentary tasks related to job 20%
Physical tasks- approximately 80%
Demonstrates the ability to perform a minimal assist transfer. Minimal assist transfers are defined for purpose of this document as the ability to lift and control 50 pounds
Exerts up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently and 20 pounds constantly. (Heavy physical demand)
Organizational Expectations
Ensures that resident’s/patient’s rights are adhered to
Demonstrates professionalism and accountability
Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees, and other facility guests
Demonstrates excellent communication skills
Ensures confidentiality and security of patients’ medical information
Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication
Able to speak, read and write English
Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job
Adheres to the organization’s Mission, Vision and Values
Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in-services and follows established guidelines
Maintains a safe working environment
We believe in the power of empathy, the value of relationships and the importance of a life well-lived. Come see why Miami Jewish Health is unlike anywhere you’ve ever worked before. We offer competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage and a 403(b)-retirement savings plan for eligible full and part-time positions, free on-campus parking, an onsite fitness center and more.
Miami Jewish Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Hospitals and Health Care
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Occupational Therapist Westchester
role at
Miami Jewish Health
4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Brief Description Miami Jewish Health is one of the largest providers of healthcare and living options for aging adults in the Southeast. We operate Florida PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Centers, the largest PACE program in Florida, which serves as health plan, healthcare provider, and social center designed for older adults with complex medical needs. We have four adult day health centers that serve participants in Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
Job Title Occupational Therapist (Florida PACE Centers)
Job Summary Evaluates and treats patients to help restore or maintain their ability to perform activities of daily living. Establishes a treatment plan with interventions directed toward developing daily living skills, work readiness, play/leisure activities or enhancing educational performance skills. Teaches patients skills/techniques and how to use adaptive equipment for participating in activities of daily living. The occupational therapist considers sensory-motor integration, perceptual awareness, neuromuscular function, motivation, and cognitive or psychosocial components of performance. Provides supervision to support staff.
Essential Job Functions
Completes a comprehensive occupational therapy evaluation and plan of care
Develops a comprehensive treatment plan with goals that align with identified impairments for each participant to maximize potential
Begins discharge planning on evaluation and involves the patient, family and/or caregiver in establishing goals for rehabilitation and discharge planning, as evidenced in the documentation
Reviews patient’s status at regular intervals changes the treatment program as necessary
Participates in and provides in-service education to facilities, supportive staff, students, and the community
Attends both departmental and IDT (interdisciplinary team) meetings
Establishes a cooperative working relationship between the IDT, rehab team and members of the medical community
Supervises and trains support personnel
Documentation aligns with best practice standards and is accurate and timely
Identifies potential problem situations, intervenes appropriately, and communicates such events to supervisor
Performs related non-clinical services necessary to maintain the efficient operation of the department, and adjusts schedule as required
Demonstrates willingness to work across clinical service lines, including inpatient, outpatient, and PACE as needed
Education
Master’s degree preferred
Experience
One year experience in occupational therapy and experience working with the geriatric population
Licenses/Certifications
Florida licensed occupational therapist
Current BLS certification
Valid Florida Driver’s License
Proof of Insurance
Abilities Required
Current knowledge of safety issues needed in the treatment of patients, especially regarding body mechanics and body substance precautions to protect self, patients and personnel working with therapist
Effective written and oral communication skills Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Good problem solving and clinical judgment skills
Demonstrate ability to take initiative, be adaptable and work well independently
Be well organized, flexible, dependable, and punctual
Ability to work well with staff, individuals, and participants of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds
Must be computer literate (Microsoft Office, Excel)
Environment Work Conditions
Normal working condition with adequate lighting and ventilation
Proximity to moving mechanical parts, and housekeeping/cleaning agents
Infectious Material Exposure
Routine exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues
Physical Requirements
Demonstrates the ability to perform the following tasks without posing a threat to the health and safety of those involved (employee, co-workers, caregivers, patient): lift, turn, move, position and transport patients in and out of bed, chair, bathtub, wheelchair, lift, etc.
Sedentary tasks related to job 20%
Physical tasks- approximately 80%
Demonstrates the ability to perform a minimal assist transfer. Minimal assist transfers are defined for purpose of this document as the ability to lift and control 50 pounds
Exerts up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently and 20 pounds constantly. (Heavy physical demand)
Organizational Expectations
Ensures that resident’s/patient’s rights are adhered to
Demonstrates professionalism and accountability
Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees, and other facility guests
Demonstrates excellent communication skills
Ensures confidentiality and security of patients’ medical information
Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication
Able to speak, read and write English
Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job
Adheres to the organization’s Mission, Vision and Values
Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in-services and follows established guidelines
Maintains a safe working environment
We believe in the power of empathy, the value of relationships and the importance of a life well-lived. Come see why Miami Jewish Health is unlike anywhere you’ve ever worked before. We offer competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage and a 403(b)-retirement savings plan for eligible full and part-time positions, free on-campus parking, an onsite fitness center and more.
Miami Jewish Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Hospitals and Health Care
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