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What they do
An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
$93,040 / year median in Connecticut
-8% projected decline
Job Description
Job Number:
26004891 )Primary Location :
ON-Windsor Clinical Employee Type :
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JOB SUMMARY
The Occupational Therapist, under the direction of the Manager of Rehabilitation or Clinical Manager- Branch level, is responsible for the completion of professional activities that include: assessment, treatment, education, and management of clients requiring Occupational Therapy intervention.Clinical Responsibilities:
- Assessment of clients, establishment and ongoing evaluation/revision of treatment programs, including goals and discharge plans.
- Maintains current accurate clinical records according to standards set by College of Occupational Therapists. Document assessment results, goals, treatment, client progress and discharge plans.
- Collaborates with other members of the health team as needed.
- Communicates pertinent information and recommendations to clients/care providers and provides education regarding treatment strategies as needed.
- Observes the performance of those assisting in the Occupational Therapy program and provides guidance as necessary. Other Responsibilities
- Maintain active standing in College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
- Participate in ongoing internal and/or external education activities
- Adhere to Bayshore Healthcare / Bayshore Therapy & Rehab Policies and Procedures
- Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System
- Participate in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.
- Maintain confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel
- Complete other tasks as requested