Assistant Director of Occupational Therapy

Company: Blythedale Children's Hospital
Location: Valhalla
Posted on: April 8, 2025

Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Director, the Assistant Director:

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* Manages the daily clinical and operational activities of the Occupational Therapy Department, including scheduling, shift coverage, work assignments, and payroll preparation.
* Supervises the staff occupational therapists and therapy aides, as needed.
* Develops, and administers education and competency programs for the Department, including student training programs.
* Provides independent occupational therapy services through the evaluation and treatment of functional and developmental skills to achieve maximal physical and cognitive functioning of the patient in their daily life tasks and as part of their total medical care.
* Conducts education and training of patients, families, and related disciplines.
* Assists in the measurement of clinical and other performance-related outcomes.
* Supports the department's quality and safety initiatives and regulatory readiness activities.

*Qualifications.*
* Eight years of experience as an occupational therapist in a relevant setting, including five years of experience caring for a pediatric population and three years of experience as a supervisor of other therapists.
* New York State occupational therapy license and registration.

*Education.*
* Master's degree required.
* Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday



Education:
* Master's (Required)

Experience:
* supervisory: 3 years (Preferred)
* pediatric occupational therapy: 5 years (Preferred)
* occupational therapy: 8 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:
* Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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