Occupational Therapist

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Whitesburg (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking an Occupational Therapist to develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive rehabilitation programs for patients with mental, physical, or emotional handicaps. The role emphasizes assessment, plan development, and coordination with physicians, nurses, and therapists to promote independence.

You will guide patients through therapeutic activities, select adaptive equipment when needed, document progress, and participate in training sessions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college and licensed as an Occupational Therapist; OR
• Certified as an Occupational Therapist as required by the state.

Responsibilities

• Plans and administers rehabilitation programs to assist patients in functioning or adjusting to handicaps.
• Teaches patients the skills and techniques required for participation in activities and evaluates progress.
• Coordinates programs with other therapeutic activities and with the care team.
• Qualifies and uses adaptive equipment, splints, braces, and assistive devices as needed.

Skills

Occupational therapy

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Adaptive equipment

Team collaboration

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

OT License

Master's in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

The Occupational Therapist is accountable for the developing, implementing, and maintaining a program to facilitate rehabilitation of mentally, physically, or emotionally handicapped individuals.

Responsibilities

• Plans rehabilitation programs involving manual arts, prevocational activities, vocational activities, homemaking skills, daily living skills, sensorimotor activities, educational activities, and recreational activities to assist patients in functioning or adjusting to handicaps.
• Selects activity programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient and coordinates programs with other therapeutic activities.
• Selects constructive activities to help patients achieve maximum independence, prepare for return to work, assist in restoration of function, and aid in adjustment to disability.
• Teaches patients the skills and techniques required for participation in activities and evaluates patient progress.
• Suggests special equipment for patient use in adapting to work and living environments.
• Lays out materials for patient use and cleans and repairs tools at the end of each session.
• Conducts and participates in training programs.
• May make and fit adaptive devices such as splints, braces, and other assistive equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited college and licensed as an Occupational Therapist; OR
• Certified as an Occupational Therapist as required by the state.

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist as required by the state; OR
• Certified as an Occupational Therapist as required by the state.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of occupational therapy principles, practices, and rehabilitation techniques.
• Ability to evaluate patient needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Ability to instruct patients in therapeutic activities and adaptive techniques.
• Knowledge of adaptive equipment, splints, braces, and assistive devices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to document patient progress accurately and maintain treatment records.
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to motivate patients and promote maximum independence and functional recovery.