**Employment Type:** Full time **Shift:** Day Shift **Description:** **LEAD OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST-Hand Therapy-Hand Therapy Clinic in Albany, NY** Our specialized Hand Therapy Clinic located at our Albany Memorial site, is in need of an experienced Occupational Therapist act as Lead OT to lead a team of Hand Therapists. **What you will do:** + The Lead Occupational/Hand Therapist will bring advanced clinical skills, particularly in hand therapy, and will be responsible for guiding and overseeing the clinical practice of other therapists and will also carry a patient caseload. **Responsibilities:** + The Lead Occupational Therapist, under the direction of the Site Supervisor, evaluates patient therapy needs, plans treatment programs, and performs and/or supervises therapy utilizing appropriate procedures, equipment, and techniques within the scope of the profession. It requires knowledge, skill and appropriate care interventions that relate to the unique physical, motor/sensory, cognitive, and psychosocial needs of the patient. + Will carry a caseload of patients and act as treating Hand Therapist + Lead and mentor the team, coordinate patient care, and work closely with the Manager of Outpatient Rehab Services to ensure clinic goals are met. + Improve team cohesion, ensure adequate support for staff, and provide a clear direction in terms of clinical and operational priorities. + Assist with problem-solving through research, resource utilization, and supervisory consult to select appropriate patient care interventions + Works with other teammates in developing an integrated and comprehensive plan of care as well as continually assess opportunities to improve patient outcomes. + Perform other related duties as required. **Requirements:** + Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy program with a Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree + Current NYS OT license and registration + Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) highly preferred + Minimum of 3 years Hand Therapy experience required + Must possess strong administrative and leadership skills, ensuring effective team management, patient flow, and operational efficiency. + Must have technical knowledge appropriate to the equipment at the facility. + Problem solving skills BLS Certification + Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and written **St. Peter’s Health Partners offers a comprehensive salary and compensation package that includes:** + Competitive salary + Excellent benefits including health/vision/dental insurances- **Eligibility is at** **Start-Date** . 3 different plans to choose from + Paid leave- **Accrue** **28 days** off per year + 403b with a company match + Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months – **up to $5,250 per year** + Onsite free parking Albany is the Capital of New York State. Its proximity to New York City (just 3 hours) and Boston (just 3 hours), as well as its closeness to numerous mountain ranges, makes it an appealing place to live and work. The location offers a perfect balance of professional opportunities and recreational activities. _Pay Range:_ $39.45 - $49.80 _Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.”_ **Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion** Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity. EOE including disability/veteran