Occupational Therapist - PD

Job description

Job Description Evaluates and treats patients with disabilities, injuries and/or disease in accordance with the written and signed prescription and/or referral of a state licensed physician or other State authorized practitioner. Job Responsibilities: 1. Screens and assesses patients based on diagnosis and age to develop an individualized plan of care. 2. Discusses findings, and collaborates with patients/family on the establishment of goals. 3. Implements creative treatment activities based upon patient’s age, interest, education level and social history and cultural and spiritual considerations. 4. Monitors patient response to treatment and changes plan, as needed. 5. Develops a program to support performance in the home and community environment. 6. Teaches specific activities/procedures to patient, family or hospital personnel in a manner consistent with their level of understanding. 7. Monitors treatment environment for safety. 8. Considers psychosocial aspects of care. 9. Terminates services when maximum benefit is received and formulates follow-up plan, when indicated. 10. Documents care and maintain records, as required. 11. Schedules and prioritizes workload to meet produc...