Occupational Therapy Job in Lower Paxton, Pennsylvania
Occupational Therapist - Carlisle / Cumberland / Perry County
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Job Specialty:
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Occupational Therapy
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Job Type:
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PRN
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Job Location:
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Lower Paxton, Pennsylvania
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Job Description
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
The qualified therapist assists the physician in evaluating level of function, helps develop the plan of care (revising as necessary), advises and consults with the family and other agency personnel,
• Performs comprehensive assessment utilizing the OASIS data set; performs vital signs every visit or as ordered by physician
• Provides occupational therapy services as prescribed by a physician, which can be safely provided in the home and to assist the physician in evaluating the patient's level of function by applying diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Guides the patient in the use of therapeutic, creative and self-care activities for the purpose of improving function.
• Observes and records activities and findings in the clinical and progress notes, in the clinical record and reports to the physician the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient's condition, or when there are deviations from the plan of care.
- Flexible Scheduling
- Competitive benefits