City/State: West Harrison, New York Department: WPHPA Physical Therapy Ambulatory Work Shift: Day Work Days: DAYS VARY Scheduled Hours: Day Hours Per Pay Period: 45 Pay Rate/Range: $42.6869 to $64.0415 For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors. Job Summary The Occupational Therapist is responsible to provide a functional evaluation of the patient and develops a plan of treatment designed to achieve maximal physical and mental functioning of the patient in their daily life tasks. Essential Functions 1. Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors. 2. Performs patient evaluation and treatment procedures upon physician’s referral. 3. Develops plans of treatment, modifies treatment plans/ programs as necessary; determines rehabilitation potential and participates in discharge planning. 4. Carries out regular assessments/ re-evaluations and modifies program goals as needed. 5. Identifies potential need for patient to receive other services (physical therapy, speech therapy, social services etc.,) and discusses recommendation with other professionals or physicians. 6. Knows and utilizes varied treatment techniques and skills for various problems/disabilities. 7. Keeps up to date records of each patient’s treatment and progress, performing timely re-evaluation as necessary and indicated. 8. Responsible for scheduling patients’ sessions and arranges for transfer of duties in the event of absence. 9. Instruct patients in use and care of equipment and apparatus, such as wheelchair, braces, prosthetics and orthotic devices. 10. Directs and supervises the activities of Physical Therapy Technicians, students, and volunteers. 11. Fabricates splints and other adaptive devices for specific needs of patients. 12. Maintains department equipment, reports defects or problems immediately to supervisory staff. 13. Consults with other health related departments (i.e., nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, etc.) to coordinate therapeutic programs and maintains communication with physicians regarding the patient’s progress and response to treatment. 14. Demonstrates and teaches occupational therapy techniques to occupational therapy students. 15. Participates in periodic assessment of the quality of care provided; makes the suggestions for improvement of quality as needed. 16. Attends department meetings, allied health conferences. Attends special courses, seminars, in-services. Reports on relevant course material to staff. Shares areas of special interest or expertise with staff. 17. Accepts rotations in assignments to bedside care, psychiatry in-patient unit, and main clinic. 18. Instructs families about the needs, management, capabilities, and precautions related to the patient’s care prior to discharge. 19. Provides information regarding billing for services and equipment. 20. Determines need for purchase of durable medical equipment for patients. 21. Maintains and carries out procedures for departmental records, charge slips, daily statistics, etc. 22. Attends hospital mandatory in-service programs. 23. Performs all other related duties as assigned. Qualifications BS B.S. Occupational Therapy or higher Required Ability to interact with others in a constructive manner. Ability to promote the availability of quality in-services to staff. Ability to interact with and treat adults and seniors. Open to treating infants, children and adolescents as requested within professional ability level. Ability to treat neonates or willingness to learn. Clinical proficiency Ability to multi-task Teamwork Adaptability Communication skills Problem-solving skills Planning and organizing Attention to detail Problem-solving skills Judgment and decision-making Stress tolerance May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc. Position requires ability to move about freely at least 85 per cent of the time. Must be able to remain stationary for extended/prolonged periods Frequently moves/transports objects up to fifty (50) pounds and must be able to move patients of all weights with a minimum of one (1) assist or assistive device/equipment Must be able to work in environment with continuous interruptions Must be able to assess and respond to rapidly changing situational needs of patients, department and hospital Must be able to adapt in a high stress and fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions Must be able to detect sounds and respond to emergency sounds/signals at all times Must be able to constantly operate computer, equipment and other devices Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with interruptions and attend to tasks for more than sixty (60) minutes at a time. Individual must be able to understand and relate to theories behind several related concepts and remember multiple tasks given during the course of a day Successful completion of orientation program according to department guidelines. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY - NEW YORK STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT NYS OT license or eligibility for license Required and BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association BLS through AHA required within 6 months of hire within 180 Days Required White Plains Hospital Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. White Plains Hospital Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law. White Plains Hospital is a proud member of the Montefiore Health System, serving as its tertiary hub of advanced care in the Hudson Valley. The Hospital is a 292-bed not-for-profit health care organization with the primary mission of providing exceptional acute and preventive medical care to all people who live in, work in or visit Westchester County and its surrounding areas. White Plains Hospital has outpatient medical facilities across Westchester, including multispecialty practices in Armonk, Hawthorne, Larchmont, New Rochelle, Rye Brook, Scarsdale, Somers, Yonkers and Yorktown Heights; and Scarsdale Medical Group locations in Harrison and Scarsdale. The Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission, and in 2025 received another 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) — the highest distinction offered by the federal agency – for the fourth consecutive year. In addition, the Hospital received its third Magnet® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a distinction held by only two percent of hospitals in the country. White Plains Hospital has consistently received the Outstanding Patient Experience Award from Healthgrades®, and in 2025 was awarded an “A” Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group for the 14th consecutive time.

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