Occupational Therapist I at Partner's Healthcare in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Title

Helps people of all ages to participate in the activities and occupations that are important to them. Routinely works with individuals who have physical, cognitive, developmental, or emotional challenges that affect their ability to perform everyday tasks.

Essential Functions

• Conduct assessments of patients' physical, mental, and developmental abilities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessments.
• Implement and monitor treatment plans, adjusting as needed.
• Provide education to patients and their families about therapeutic activities and exercises they can do at home.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, nurses, and physical therapists, to provide comprehensive care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and progress notes.
• Attend staff meetings, continuing education programs, and professional development activities to stay current with new techniques and best practices.

Qualifications

Education: Master's Degree Occupational Therapy required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.

Licenses and Credentials: Occupational Therapist [State License] - required. Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Various Issuers preferred.

Experience: Occupational therapist experience 0-1 year preferred experience in a residential/assisted living or skilled nursing facility 0-1 year preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to work effectively with patients and co-workers. Knowledge of medical terminology. Excellent time management skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills required.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type: Onsite Work Location: 15 Parkman Street Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Type: Regular Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Pay Range: $90,000 - $117,696.80/Annual Grade 6

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