Occupational Therapist

We are seekingan Occupational Therapist to join our team! You will provide direct patient care and support rehabilitation activities in the home. Responsibilities

1. Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs.
2. Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.
3. May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.
4. May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function

Qualifications

1. Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
2. Clinical experience as an occupational therapist preferred
3. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
4. Possess and maintains current CPR Certification.
5. Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.

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