Low Vision OT: Elevate ADLs & Independence

Bristol Hospital Group; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Health is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to specialize in low vision rehabilitation in Bristol, CT. You will perform comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans to maximize independence.

Collaborate with ophthalmologists, optometrists, and other clinicians; provide training with adaptive equipment and home safety recommendations; and document progress in accordance with hospital standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current Connecticut Licensure; CEU's as mandated by the State of Connecticut.
• Excellent written and oral interpersonal communication skills.
• For Home Care Agency: Must have a car to drive to home visits and a valid Connecticut driver’s license in good standing; $100,000-$300,000 automobile liability insurance.
• CPR annually.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive low vision occupational therapy evaluations.
• Assess how visual impairment affects activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), mobility, work, and leisure activities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient’s functional needs and goals.
• Provide training in compensatory techniques for vision loss.
• Recommend and train patients in the use of adaptive equipment and low vision devices.
• Address home safety and fall-prevention concerns related to vision impairment.
• Collaborate with ophthalmologists, optometrists, primary care providers, physical therapists, speech therapists, social workers, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Provide recommendations for community resources and additional vision-related services when appropriate.
• Document evaluations, treatment sessions, progress, and discharge recommendations according to organizational standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary communication and care coordination.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Bristol Health is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to specialize in low vision rehabilitation in Bristol, CT. You will perform comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans to maximize independence.

Collaborate with ophthalmologists, optometrists, and other clinicians; provide training with adaptive equipment and home safety recommendations; and document progress in accordance with hospital standards.