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Occupational Therapist
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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.
$101,357 / year median in Nevada
-3% projected decline
Job Description
- Conduct occupational therapy assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Provide therapy services to patients, focusing on improving fine motor skills, sensory processing, and activities of daily living
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
- Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and home exercises
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation ## Skills
- Proficiency in speech therapy techniques
- Strong patient service orientation
- Experience working in a clinic environment
- Excellent patient care skills
- Familiarity with medical imaging for diagnostic purposes
- Solid understanding of anatomy and physiology
- Ability to perform case management duties effectively
- Compassionate care approach, especially with pediatric patients We pay $85 per visit
Pay:
$90.00 per hourBenefits:
Flexible scheduleWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Dental Insurance