What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at Alaris Health at Hamilton Park?
Alaris Health at Hamilton Par, a 260 bed-skilled nursing Center in Jersey City, New Jersey, seeks an occupational therapist to organize and conduct occupational therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation. Additional responsibilities include :
- evaluating residents, developing appropriate treatment goals and methods for them and implementing the occupational therapy treatment plan
- completing all related documentation and record keeping
- designing and fitting adaptive devices and training residents how to use them
- selecting appropriate activities suited to each individual’s physical and mental capacity, intelligence level and interest
- consulting with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate activity program consistent with each resident’s needs and capabilities
- instructing residents in the skills and techniques required for participation in activities and evaluates resident progress, attitudes and behavior as related to their rehabilitative potential
- conducting training programs and participating in training medical, nursing and other personnel in occupational therapy techniques and objectives
- and above all, ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.
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