Occupational Therapist
On-siteLas Vegas, Nevada, United States
Job Summary
Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans for patients recovering from stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and neurological conditions. Regularly re-assess treatment effectiveness, attend staffing meetings and family conferences, and conduct discharge evaluations to recommend home and community safety measures. Communicate patient needs and progress to the treatment team, physicians, and families while collaborating with other disciplines to coordinate care. Deliver highly individualized care in real-life settings such as kitchens, grocery stores, and workplaces to help individuals regain independence. Requires a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, current unrestricted license, and at least one year of experience.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from a college or university with an accredited Occupational Therapy program
- Current, unrestricted license as an Occupational Therapist by state in which practicing
- Current CPR Certification
- A minimum of one year's work experience as an Occupational Therapist
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures
- Duties require fine motor skills, visual acuity, and walking/ standing for extended periods
- Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times
- A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on specific location policy, local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations
Desired Qualifications
- Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological diagnoses preferred
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