What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist OT position at NurseStaffing?
Description :
An Occupational Therapist OT, as a member of an interdisciplinary team, provides rehabilitative care to patients of all ages who have limited abilities establish, develop and / or maintain the ability to complete daily functions and tasks. The Occupational Therapists is responsible for utilizing assessment, documentation, communication, and clinical skills in collaboration with physicians, and other team members to meet performance requirements. Inpatient therapy patients could be placed in a couple of levels of inpatient therapy : acute, acute rehab, or sub acute rehab. In these settings, the patient is unable to return home as a result of their injury or illness and require intensive therapy. Allied 24 / 7 specializes in placing Occupational Therapist OT in all settings. We have openings throughout the state, including hospitals, LTCs and independently owned clinics. We can find job matches according to your needs - per diem, long or short term temp, even permanent placement and Travel opportunities in Occupational therapy. Candidates with specialization including Pediatric Specialization, Geriatric Specialization, Mental Health Specialization and Physical Rehabilitation Specialization should apply.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team to develop interdisciplinary care plans for patients in accordance with physician orders.
- Assessing patient needs, planning for, evaluating, and modifying care to meet goals of Occupational Therapy Interventions.
- Provides treatment using accepted procedures, techniques, and modalities.
- Provides client and family recommendations and referrals to appropriate health, educational, and vocational sources.
- Documents client evaluations, progress notes, care plans, and discharge summaries in accordance with existing criteria. Organizes and participates in educational activities for clients, their families, and other health professionals.
- Other Applicable Tasks and Responsibilities
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