Occupational Therapist

TRUST HOME CARE INC; Edgewater (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

TRUST HOME CARE INC in Edgewater, MD, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to meet with patients, discuss treatment needs, and craft customized, comprehensive therapy plans. You will work with the care team to arrange follow-up care and educate patients on lifestyle changes, maintaining a positive, compassionate presence.

The ideal candidate has strong communication and interpersonal skills, excellent organizational abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple cases with empathy and focus.

Qualifications

• Must hold the state license for occupational therapy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to stay positive and compassionate with patients over time.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients from diverse backgrounds and discuss health concerns and therapy needs.
• Conduct evaluations to determine starting points for therapy.
• Create a therapy plan tailored to mobility goals for each patient.
• Collaborate with the care team to provide follow-up care.
• Maintain accurate records of therapy and patient progress.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Compassionate patient care

Education

State license for Occupational Therapy

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation


• Great Work Environment


• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team! As an Occupational Therapist, you will be meeting with several patients in a day, discussing their treatment needs and ultimate goals, and crafting customized, comprehensive therapy plans for them. You will also work closely with other doctors or members of their health team to arrange follow-up care, help educate patients on lifestyle changes they may need, and provide a positive, affirming presence in their lives. The ideal candidate has a compassionate style of care, has strong communication and interpersonal skills, and is comfortable handling multiple different cases at a time.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients from many different backgrounds and compassionately discuss their health concerns and therapy needs


• Conduct evaluations to determine a starting point for each patient


• Create a therapy plan specific to each patient that will help them meet their mobility goals


• Work closely with other members of each patient’s care team to provide adequate follow-up care


• Maintain excellent records of patient therapy and progress

Qualifications

• Must hold the required state license for occupational therapy


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Excellent organizational skills


• Good attention to detail


• The ability to stay positive and compassionate over a long period of time with patients