Occupational Therapist

Aydencarewauseon; Wauseon (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ayden Healthcare of Waterville and Wauseon is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team. The role involves developing individualized treatment plans and providing rehabilitation services in skilled nursing and acute care settings, with duties spanning assessment, planning, and patient-family education.

The position will float between Ayden Healthcare of Waterville and Ayden Healthcare of Wauseon, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth discharge planning and optimal

Qualifications

• Experience in occupational therapy within skilled nursing facilities or acute care settings.
• Ability to develop care plans and discharge plans for diverse patient populations.
• Knowledge of physiology and its application in therapeutic practices.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' needs and develop tailored treatment plans based on goals and capabilities.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve physical, cognitive, and emotional functioning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques for improving daily living activities.
• Document patient progress and modify care plans to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Provide support in skilled nursing facilities focusing on rehabilitation for varied disabilities.
• Assist patients in regaining independence following acute medical events.
• Support children with special needs and ensure they receive occupational therapy services.

Skills

Communication

Care planning

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Documentation

Job description

Ayden Healthcare of Waterville and Wauseon is seeking an Occupational Therapist OT.

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in skilled nursing facilities. This role involves developing and implementing individualized care plans to assist patients in achieving their rehabilitation goals.

Position will float between Ayden Healthcare of Waterville and Ayden Healthcare of Wauseon.

Duties

• Assess patients' needs and develop tailored treatment plans based on individual goals and capabilities.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional functioning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and effective discharge planning.
• Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques and strategies for improving daily living activities.
• Document patient progress and modify care plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Provide support in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on rehabilitation for individuals with varying disabilities.
• Engage in critical care settings to assist patients in regaining independence following acute medical events.
• Work closely with schools to support children with special needs, ensuring they receive appropriate occupational therapy services.

Experience

• Proven experience in occupational therapy within skilled nursing facilities or acute care settings is preferred.
• Familiarity with developing care plans and discharge planning processes for diverse patient populations.
• Knowledge of physiology and its application in therapeutic practices is essential.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders, is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals are required.
• A commitment to providing high-quality patient service while fostering a supportive environment for rehabilitation. Also hiring PRN.