Full-Time Occupational Therapist: Empower Daily Living

TEEMA Solutions Group; Dalton (MA); On-site; USD 74,390; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing company is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist in Pittsfield, MA. In this role, the therapist will assess patients' abilities and provide therapeutic interventions to improve their daily living skills. Responsibilities include patient assessments, family support, and adapting treatment plans. A valid Occupational Therapist certification is required. Competitive pay at $54.00/hr with a contract duration of 13 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Assessing the patient’s physical, communication and cognitive skills.
• Providing support for family members and carers.
• Assessing the home, school and work environments.
• Installing necessary equipment for children with disabilities.
• Helping patients participate in everyday activities.
• Assisting patients’ exercise for pain relief.
• Reviewing patient progress and adapting treatment.
• Performing administrative tasks.

Skills

Patient assessment

Adaptive technology

Therapeutic activities coaching

Communication skills assessment

Administrative tasks

Education

National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy

Job description

A healthcare staffing company is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist in Pittsfield, MA. In this role, the therapist will assess patients' abilities and provide therapeutic interventions to improve their daily living skills. Responsibilities include patient assessments, family support, and adapting treatment plans. A valid Occupational Therapist certification is required. Competitive pay at $54.00/hr with a contract duration of 13 weeks.