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Elderwood lists this Occupational Therapist opportunity in buffalo, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Salary
n$33.00 / hr - $44.86 / hr
nOverview
nOccupational Therapist (OT)
nElderwood at Cheektowaga
nFull-Time: $33.00 – $44.86 per hour
nRestore Independence. Strengthen Daily Living. Empower Every Resident.
nAt Elderwood at Cheektowaga, occupational therapy is more than treatment — it’s about restoring independence, rebuilding confidence, and helping residents engage fully in daily life. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist who is driven by meaningful outcomes and person-centered care. If you’re looking for a role where your clinical expertise is respected, your collaboration is valued, and your work truly makes a difference, we invite you to join our team.
nWhy Choose Elderwood?
nAt Elderwood, our mission is People Caring for People, guided by our ICARE values:
nIntegrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
nWe strive to be:
nnnA trusted partner for residents and families
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nnA supportive, growth-focused employer for clinicians
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nnA place where professionals thrive, lead, and make an impact
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n nHere, you won’t just work — you’ll grow professionally while serving with purpose.
nPosition Overview
nOccupational Therapy staff members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of residents by providing comprehensive, high-quality therapy services. This position is responsible for administering skilled occupational therapy treatments while maintaining the highest degree of care standards at all times.
nWhat We’re Looking For:
nnnActive, state-specific Occupational Therapist license (required)
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nnCommitment to high-quality, resident-centered care
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nnStrong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
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nnPassion for helping individuals regain independence in daily activities
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n nFull-Time Benefits:
nnnCompetitive pay: $33.00 – $44.86/hour
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nn401(k) with employer matching
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nnPaid Time Off and holiday package
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nnComprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
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nnContinuing education and professional development opportunities
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nnSupportive, team-oriented work environment
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n nWhy Elderwood at Cheektowaga?
nStrong interdisciplinary collaboration
nOur Cheektowaga team works closely across nursing, therapy, and leadership to ensure cohesive care plans and optimized resident outcomes. Your expertise is valued and integrated into daily care decisions.
nConvenient suburban location
nLocated just outside Buffalo, Cheektowaga offers easy commuting, nearby amenities, and a balanced pace of care — allowing you to focus on what matters most: your residents.
nRelationship-based care
nOur clinicians build meaningful connections with residents and families, creating individualized treatment plans that support long-term success and professional fulfillment.
nOpportunities for growth within a larger network
nAs part of the Elderwood organization, you’ll have access to career pathways, continuing education, and professional advancement — while still enjoying the supportive, close-knit feel of a community team.
nApply today and join Elderwood at Cheektowaga — where your skills restore independence, your care strengthens confidence, and your work makes everyday life possible.
nResponsibilities
nOccupational Therapist:
nnnInitiates skilled occupational therapy treatments in accordance with physician’s orders; maintains required contact with physician.
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nnMaintains written evaluations, progress notes, MDS records and discharge summaries for individuals in occupational therapy program.
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nnConfers with other health care staff regarding special needs of indviduals to enhance rehabilitation or maintenance of function.
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nnProvides input for Care Planning meetings and attends during absences of the Director of Occupational Therapy.
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nnMaintains statistical records of indviduals’ treatments.
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nnAssists with in-service training programs upon request.
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nnRecords and updates individual’s care plan.
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nnSubmits requisition for supplies needed in the treatment of individuals to Director of Occupational Therapy.
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nnAssumes all duties of the Director of Occupational Therapy, if applicable, during absences including supervision of COTA’s and Occupational Therapy Aides. Assumes responsibility for all necessary documentation.
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n nQualifications
nOccupational Therapist:
nnnGraduation from an approved school of occupational therapy required.
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nnState license to practice occupational therapy required.
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nnTwo years’ experience in occupational therapy preferred.
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nnInterest in occupational therapy treatment programs for the geriatric and subacute populations utilizing a team approach.
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nnAbility to direct others necessary.
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nnAbility to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
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nnCurrent, valid CPR/BLS credential
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nnSense of responsibility and ability to work well with residents, families, and other staff members required.
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nnQualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required.
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nnAbility to work with geriatric and chronically ill residents, as well as other professionals in a friendly and helpful manner necessary.
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nnAbility to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
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nnThis 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.
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n nEOE Statement
nWE 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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nPosted Date4 months ago(5/21/ :00 AM)
nRequisition ID
nof Openings2
nArea of InterestTherapy
nCompanyElderwood
nLocationElderwood at Cheektowaga
nPosition TypeRegular Full-Time
nShift8-4, Weekend rotations as needed
nSalary$33.00 / hr - $44.86 / hr
nReporting CategoryTherapy
Worksite address
buffalo, NY, 14266, US
Who can apply
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