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Thank you for your interest in a career at NeighborHealth, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center!

As one of the largest community health centers in the country, NeighborHealth is proud to serve the greater Boston area with a strong commitment to the health and well-being of our patients and communities.

Whether you're a nurse or physician providing direct care, a manager leading dedicated teams, or part of the essential support staff who keep our operations running smoothly — every role at NeighborHealth is vital. Together, we’re advancing medicine and delivering the best care experience for our patients and community!

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Time Type:

Full time

Department:

PACE Rehabilitation

All Locations:

26 Sturgis Street - PACE Winthrop

Position Summary:

The Occupational Therapist (OT) conducts in-home evaluations and occupational therapy evaluations with PACE participants in coordination with the interdisciplinary team. The OT develops and administers a plan of care according to their scope of practice. Supervises clinical aspects of COTA, and rehab aides (as needed) and is utilized across all PACE sites and in the PACE community. They communicate and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team in developing the care plan for each participant, based on OT assessments.

Job Description

+ Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

+ Responsible for initial OT evaluations, reassessments and the development of a treatment plan which is consistent with participant needs.

+ Determines participant’s mental and cognitive status, and takes into account psycho-social issues pertaining to occupational therapy program.

+ Completes Home safety Assessments for initial, annual, and change in status.

+ Identifies DME in the home, and follows policy to log inventory and /or repair/replace damaged equipment.

+ Acts as an advisor to the Recreation staff in planning and implementing the physical activity program for participants.

Qualifications and Requirements:

+ Bachelor degree in occupational therapy required.

+ Must maintain valid license to practice occupational therapy in Massachusetts.

+ Minimum of 2 years geriatric experience in health care or community services setting. Home health and outreach or marketing experience preferred.

+ Must be able to travel to referral sites and make visits to prospective enrollees in a variety of home and institutional settings.

Pay:

+ $38.82 - $60.18/hr based on experience

EEO & Accommodation Statement:

NeighborHealth is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call 617-568-4480 to let us know the nature of your request

Federal Trade Commission Statement: According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps.” Job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.

E-Verify Program Participation Statement:

NeighborHealth participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program, E-Verify. As an E-Verify employer, all prospective employees must complete a background check before beginning employment.

There’s a reason NeighborHealth (formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center) is ranked as one of the "Top Places to Work" by The Boston Globe. It's because we're committed to maintaining a supportive and welcoming environment — for both our employees and our patients — that reflects our mission and culture. We are proud to offer benefits that support you inside and outside of work.

We strive to offer a variety of schedules, a diverse and inclusive workforce, and a patient-driven purpose that supports our local community. Additionally, we utilize our Education & Training Institute as a resource for our large employee workforce who seek to broaden their skill base and advance their careers. We hope you consider joining our team!

+ Medical & Dental Coverage

+ Life and Disability Insurance

+ Privileges at Boston Medical Center for Providers

+ 401(K) Retirement Plan

+ Educational Assistance

+ Flexible Spending & Transportation Accounts

+ Paid Holidays, Vacations, Sick and Personal Time

+ A Generous Staff Development Benefit

+ Excellent Malpractice Coverage

+ A Designated Medical Staff Office for Physician Support

+ Free Parking

+ And Much More…