Occupational Therapist (OT) Lehigh Acres

The Lakes Home Care, Inc.; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work hours

Job summary

The Lakes Home Care, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist to work across outpatient home settings, diagnosing needs and improving daily living skills. You will conduct assessments, plan personalized therapies, and guide patients in adaptive techniques for home and work activities.

Ideal candidates bring outpatient experience, anatomy knowledge, and proficiency in ADLs, with a focus on holistic patient care and collaboration with healthcare teams.

Qualifications

• Outpatient experience required.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Expertise in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Proficiency in patient care and rehabilitation concepts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments to determine needs and goals.
• Develop personalized treatment plans to improve daily activities.
• Provide therapeutic exercises to enhance motor skills and coordination.
• Educate patients and families on adaptive techniques and equipment.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.

Skills

Outpatient experience

ADLs expertise

Anatomy & physiology knowledge

Medical terminology

Patient care

Occupational health

Clinic/home health settings

Acute care experience

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will work in various settings such as outpatient patient homes to make the initial diagnosis and to help individuals improve their daily living and working skills.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct patient assessments to determine individual needs and goals

• Develop personalized treatment plans to improve patients' abilities to perform daily activities

• Provide therapeutic exercises and activities to enhance patients' motor skills and coordination

• Educate patients and their families on adaptive techniques and equipment

• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care

Requirements:

• Outpatient experience

• knowledge of anatomy and physiology

• familiarity with medical terminology

• expertise in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

• proficiency in patient care

• Experience in occupational health

• clinic settings

• home health services

• acute care environments

The Lakes Benefits:

• Competitive salary

• Flexible work hours where you create your own schedule

Join our team of healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the lives of our patients through quality care and compassion.

About The Lakes Home Care Services

At The Lakes Home Care, Inc., we are dedicated to providing high-quality and compassionate care to individuals in the comfort of their homes. We strive to be more than just a home care agency; we aim to be your trusted partner on the journey to a more comfortable and fulfilling life for you and your loved ones.

We offer a comprehensive range of home care services, carefully tailored to meet your unique needs. From basic assistance with daily activities to specialized care, our highly trained team is here to provide the support you need. Discover how we can help you maintain your independence and quality of life.