Job description
We are looking for a committed and patient-focused Occupational Therapist to develop, recover or maintain the daily living and work skills of people with physical, psychological, or developmental conditions. You will offer effective and client-centered services that will enable people to carry out everyday tasks or activities confidently and independently. The successful candidate will have a holistic perspective and will be able to adapt the environment to fit the person.
Responsibilities
- Address client’s aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being, and life quality
- Select and adapt the appropriate per case occupational therapy treatment model, method, and approach to direct the process of interventions
- Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL)
- Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components
- Assess client’s home and other environments and advise on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities
- Recommend adaptive equipment and trains in its use
- Guide and educate family members and caregivers
- Observe, note, and report on progress of long- and short-term treatment goals
- Collect data and document processes followed
- Regularly follow-up client
Skills
- Proven working experience as occupational therapist
- Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of occupational therapy
- Hands-on experience with computer programs and creative media
- Familiarity with ADLs evaluation tools (e.g., Katz ADL scale, Lawton IADL scale)
- Ability to manage patients with diverse types of personalities
- Current knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grow in the profession
- Professional behavior
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Valid license to practice occupational therapy
- BS degree or greater in occupational therapy
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $120,000.00 – $200,000.00 per year
Medical specialties:
- Home Health
Schedule:
- Self-determined schedule
License/Certification:
- Occupational Therapy License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Source: Indeed.com
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