Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist job description:

You'll empower people to perform everyday activities with greater confidence and independence to improve their health, wellbeing and quality of life. Activities can include self-care, work, education and leisure.

You'll work with a range of people, including children and young people, adults with physical or learning disabilities, people with mental health or long-term health conditions, and older adults.

You'll assess people's needs and develop individual treatment plans. You may recommend adaptations to their home, workplace, school or other environments, as well as specialist equipment or assistive technology to support daily activities. You'll regularly review progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.

Responsibilities:.

As an occupational therapist, you'll:

• take a holistic approach to each person's physical and mental wellbeing, considering their physical, social, psychological and environmental needs
• establish realistic goals with each person and develop strategies to help them achieve meaningful outcomes
• assess, plan, implement and evaluate support plans in hospital and community settings
• liaise with other professionals, such as doctors, nurses, physiotherapists and social workers, as well as the person's family, teachers, carers and employers
• maintain accurate records and prepare reports, care plans and case reviews
• refer people to other specialists and services when appropriate
• manage a caseload, prioritizing people's needs and completing administrative duties.

Skills:.

• Critical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Empathy and compassion
• Time management
• Patient-centered care
• Cultural competence
• Adaptability
• Active listening
• Therapeutic rapport