Occupational Therapist

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Occupational Therapist plans and conducts therapy programs to assist patients in regaining physical and mental stability. Duties will include conducting a physical assessment of clients, developing treatment plans, assessing work and home environments of clients, and developing physical rehabilitation programs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews medical history of patients and develops personalized plans to improve the health and wellness of individuals.
• Evaluates patient's mental or physical condition.
• Studies, evaluates, and reports patient's reactions to the program and initiates changes accordingly.
• Respect and understand the patient’s right to treatment and right to involvement in treatment decisions.
• Emphasizes improving the daily quality of life for patients through analyzing their home and or work environment and providing recommendations for accommodating these areas.
• Provides education to family members and/or employer on matters of accommodations and program progress.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.