Salary
$44.01 / hr - $66.02 / hr
Overview
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Elderwood at North Creek
Location: Elderwood at North Creek
Compensation: $44.01 - $66.02 / hour
Restore Movement. Build Confidence. Change Lives.
Position Overview
Occupational Therapy staff members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of residents by providing comprehensive, quality therapy services. This position is responsible for administering skilled occupational therapy treatments while ensuring that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.
About Elderwood at North Creek
Elderwood at North Creek is an 82-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in a scenic, woodland setting near the Hudson River in the North Country. The facility provides a full continuum of care including skilled nursing, long-term care, subacute rehabilitation, and specialized therapy services.
Our interdisciplinary team delivers personalized care in a warm, community-focused environment. With a bright, spacious rehab gym and state-of-the-art equipment, we offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy for both short-term and long-term residents.
Responsibilities
Evaluate and develop individualized treatment plans for residents
Administer skilled occupational therapy treatments
Monitor and document resident progress and outcomes
Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members
Educate residents and families on therapeutic techniques and care plans
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and facility standards
Qualifications
CurrentNew York State Occupational Therapist License(required)
Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Experience in skilled nursing or rehab settings preferred, but not required
What We Offer
Competitive pay (based on experience)
Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k)
Generous paid time off
Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth
Work-life balance and a mission-driven culture
Why Join Us?
At Elderwood, you're more than just a clinician-you're part of a team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for every resident. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and delivering high-quality care, we'd love to meet you.
Responsibilities
Occupational Therapist (OT) Responsibilities
Provide skilled occupational therapy evaluations and treatments in accordance with physician orders
Develop and update individualized treatment plans and care goals
Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams regarding resident progress and discharge planning
Participate in resident care planning meetings
Support resident and family education initiatives
Assist with mentorship and clinical support activities, as needed
Qualifications
Occupational Therapist (OT) Qualifications
Graduation from an approved school of occupational therapy required.
State license to practice occupational therapy required.
Two years' experience in occupational therapy preferred.
Interest in occupational therapy treatment programs for the geriatric and subacute populations utilizing a team approach.
Ability to direct others necessary.
Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
Current, valid CPR/BLS credential
Sense of responsibility and ability to work well with residents, families, and other staff members required.
Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required.
Ability to work with geriatric and chronically ill residents, as well as other professionals in a friendly and helpful manner necessary.
Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.
EOE Statement
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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Posted Date11 hours ago(7/13/2026 7:11 AM)
Requisition ID2026-36224
of Openings1
Area of InterestTherapy
CompanyElderwood
LocationElderwood at North Creek
Position TypeRegular Full-Time
Salary$44.01 / hr - $66.02 / hr
Reporting CategoryTherapy
