Licensed Occupational Therapist

Gardner Heights Health Care Center•Shelton, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Occupational therapists help patients of all ages who have limited abilities establish, develop and/or maintain the ability to complete daily functions and tasks. Through regular therapy sessions, occupational therapists work one-on-one with patients, focusing on their individual needs to help them achieve improved quality of life and a sense of independence. Occupational therapy concentrates on ameliorating the physical, mental, social and emotional sources of patients’ disabilities.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited OT program with current OT license, in good standing with the State licensing board
Federal-, State- and GHR-required credentials current and on file
Cognitive skills as related to the position
Ability to lift/move fifty (50) pounds.
Ability to stand for extended periods
Fine motor skills
Visual acuity

Nice To Haves

New Grads Welcome To Apply!

Responsibilities

Provide care to patients based on the application of scientific occupational therapy principles.
Helps patient to develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills
Aids patients in improving their basic motor functions and reasoning abilities
Assists patients in performing all types of activities, ranging from using a computer to caring for daily needs, such as dressing, cooking and eating
Incorporates physical exercises to increase patients’ strength and dexterity
Uses computer programs to help patients improve decision-making, abstract reasoning, problem solving, perceptual skills, memory, sequencing and coordination
Instructs patients with permanent disabilities in the use of adaptive equipment, such as wheelchairs and orthotics
Designs or makes special equipment needed at home or work
Develops computer-aided adaptive equipment
Arranges employment, evaluates work environment, plans work activities, and assesses the patient’s progress; collaborates with the patient and employer to modify the work environment, so work can be successfully completed
Assesses patients’ home for hazards, recommends restorative or safety adaptations
Provides guidance to family members and caregivers in safe and effective methods of caring for individuals
Evaluates patients’ progress and prepares reports that detail progress
Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting
Supervises and directs the duties of occupational therapy assistants
Requisitions supplies and equipment
Complete required orientation as directed by facility
Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment
Follow facility and GHR Unusual Occurrence Protocol
Respect cultural and religious practices of patients
Uphold HIPAA regulations
Punctual and dependent for assigned/confirmed shifts