occupational therapist
Oak Hill Manor Nursing Home
Ithaca, NY (In Person)
$93,600 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Occupational Therapist duties and responsibilities An Occupational Therapist must excel at a variety of duties and responsibilities, such as: Assessing the patient's physical, communication and cognitive skills to develop a treatment plan Giving advice and providing support for family members and Careers Assessing the home, school and work environments of the patient Installing the necessary equipment in the classroom for children with disabilities and teaching them how to use the equipment Helping children and adult patients to take part in everyday activities based on their unique circumstances Assisting patients' exercise for pain relief Reviewing the patient's progress and adapting the treatment accordingly Performing administrative tasks such as keeping records, writing reports and making telephone calls