Occupational Therapist
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LocationWest Liberty, KY, US
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
DepartmentRehabilitation
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 18, 2024 · 2y ago
Verified live1d ago
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Graduate of an accredited college as an Occupational Therapist OR certified as an Occupational Therapist as required by the state
Current Occupational Therapist licensure or certification as required by the state
Knowledge of occupational therapy principles, practices, and rehabilitation techniques
Ability to evaluate patient needs and develop appropriate treatment plans
Ability to instruct patients in therapeutic activities and adaptive techniques
Knowledge of adaptive equipment, splints, braces, and assistive devices
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to document patient progress accurately and maintain treatment records
Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals
Ability to motivate patients and promote maximum independence and functional recovery
Overview
The Occupational Therapist is accountable for the developing, implementing, and maintaining a program to facilitate rehabilitation of mentally, physically, or emotionally handicapped individuals.
Responsibilities
• Plans rehabilitation programs which involve manual arts, practice in prevocational skills, vocational skills, homemaking skills, daily living skills, sensorimotor activities, educational activities, and recreational activities to assist patients in functioning or adjusting to handicaps.
• Selects activity programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient and coordinates programs with other therapeutic activities.
• Selects constructive activities to help patients achieve maximum independence, prepare for return to work, assist in restoration of function, and aid in adjustment to disability.
• Teaches patients the skills and techniques required for participation in activities and evaluates patient progress.
• Suggests special equipment for patient use in adapting to work and living environments.
• Lays out materials for patient use and cleans and repairs tools at the end of each session.
• Conducts and participates in training programs.
• May make and fit adaptive devices such as splints, braces, and other assistive equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
• Graduate of an accredited college as an Occupational Therapist; OR
• Certified as an Occupational Therapist as required by the state.
Licenses & Certifications
• Current Occupational Therapist licensure or certification as required by the state.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
• Knowledge of occupational therapy principles, practices, and rehabilitation techniques.
• Ability to evaluate patient needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Ability to instruct patients in therapeutic activities and adaptive techniques.
• Knowledge of adaptive equipment, splints, braces, and assistive devices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to document patient progress accurately and maintain treatment records.
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to motivate patients and promote maximum independence and functional recovery.
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