Occupational Therapist

The ideal candidate will be able to perform:

• Assessing the patients physical, communication and cognitive skills to develop a treatment plan
• Giving advice and providing support for family members and Carers
• Assessing the home, school and work environments of the patient
• Installing the necessary equipment in the classroom for children with disabilities and teaching them how to use the equipment
• Helping children and adult patients to take part in everyday activities based on their unique circumstances
• Assisting patients exercise for pain relief
• Reviewing the patients progress and adapting the treatment accordingly
• Performing administrative tasks such as keeping records, writing reports and making telephone calls

Have the following skills:

• Patience
• Empathy and compassion
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Observational and analytical skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Teamwork skills

Requirements:
Minimum of 1 year of recent work experience as an Occupational Therapist.
Must have passed the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) exam.