Occupational Therapist
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Last updated on 08 Nov 2025
Overview
Occupational Therapists assist individuals in regaining and enhancing their ability to perform daily activities and tasks, focusing on physical, mental, and emotional well-being, ultimately improving their independence and quality of life.
Job Description
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients' physical, cognitive, emotional, and environmental factors to determine treatment needs
- Develop individualized treatment plans to improve clients' ability to perform daily activities and reach functional goals
- Implement therapeutic interventions such as exercises, activities, and adaptive equipment to enhance clients' independence and quality of life
- Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques, home exercises, and adaptive strategies to promote ongoing progress and independence
- Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and other therapists, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care
- Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, progress reports, and treatment plans in accordance with healthcare regulations and standards
- Regularly evaluate patients' progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and communicate outcomes to the healthcare team and patients' families
Key Skills for this Job Role
Active Listening
Therapeutic Techniques
Treatment Planning
Trauma-Informed Care
Language Therapy
Articulation Therapy
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