We are hiring for a Licensed Occupational Therapist Position at the Skilled Nursing Facility in Pascagoula, Mississippi. We have a dynamic rehab team and treat mostly short-term rehab patients. Responsibilities Address client's aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being and life quality Select and adapt the appropriate per case occupational therapy treatment model, method and approach to direct the process of interventions Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components Assess client's home and other environments and advice on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities Recommend adaptive equipment and train in its use Guide and educate family members and caregivers Observe, note, and report on progress of long and short term treatment goals Collect data and document processes followed Regularly follow-up client Skills Proven working experience as occupational therapist Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of occupational therapy Hands-on experience with computer programs and creative media Familiarity with ADLs evaluation tools ( e.g. Katz ADL scale, Lawton IADL scale) Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities Current knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grow in the profession Professional behaviour Excellent interpersonal communication skills Valid licence to practice occupational therapy BS degree or greater in occupational therapy
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$36.00 - $41.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
License/Certification:
Occupational Therapy License (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Pascagoula, MS 39581: Relocate before starting work (Required)