Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

As an Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for helping residents to regain independence and improve their quality of life. You will work with patients of all backgrounds, and your primary goal will be to help them achieve their maximum potential.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments to identify patients' strengths and limitations
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patients' needs and goals
• Implement treatment plans using a variety of therapeutic techniques and modalities
• Monitor patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Educate patients and their families on how to perform daily activities and use adaptive equipment
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for patients
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records

Requirements

Requirements:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Current state license to practice Occupational Therapy

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Knowledge of various therapeutic techniques and modalities

Experience working with patients of all ages and backgrounds

Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

Considerable physical activity:

Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to fifty (50) or more pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job.

Push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds to a minimum height of three (3) feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of fifty (50) feet.

Standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Bending and/or stooping for more than one (1) hour at a time.

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I acknowledge receipt of this job description and ascertain that I am qualified and able to fulfill these duties with or without an accommodation.


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