OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Job Overview
- We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our interdisciplinary care team (IDT), composed of clinical and non-clinical professionals who collaboratively deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. The Occupational Therapist plays a crucial role in providing restorative and rehabilitative services to participants, focusing on enhancing independence, safety, and overall functionality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct assessments to determine participants’ care needs, goals, and preferences, and contribute to developing individualized care plans in collaboration with the IDT.
- Deliver and document Occupational Therapy interventions, including techniques, devices, and activities that support muscle re-education, cognitive function, balance, endurance, and other factors affecting Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
- Supervise and guide Therapy Assistants, ensuring effective implementation of Functional Maintenance Programs (FMP).
- Provide training and instructions to staff, participants, and caregivers in occupational therapy techniques and practices.
- Collaborate with the IDT to ensure seamless care transitions between settings (e.g., home, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities) and provide support in end-of-life care coordination.
Qualifications:
- Relevant Tertiary Education equivalent to 4+ years in the field of study.
- At least two (2) years of experience in a clinical setting, preferably with a frail or elderly population.
- Registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.
