Occupational Therapist - Acute Rehab [Per Diem]
Core
Assess and restore patients' function, alleviate pain, and prevent disabilities by designing, planning, and implementing medically prescribed occupational therapy interventions.
Role type
Occupational Therapist (Acute Rehab)
Builds
Patient rehabilitation programs and care plans
Domain
Healthcare / Rehabilitation
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Evaluation protocols, treatment planning, patient counseling, interdisciplinary coordination, supervision
Preferred skills
Prior occupational therapy experience, 3-6 months of previous experience
Technologies
Standardized tests, evaluation protocols
Responsibilities
Perform complete initial evaluations using standardized tests; develop and implement treatment plans with short- and long-term goals; maintain documentation of patient progress; counsel and teach patients and families; coordinate care plans with other health professionals; assist with supervision and guidance of new personnel, assistants, students, and volunteers
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, clinical role