Seeking a Full-Time Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic IN-HOUSE team at Scottsdale Village Square in Scottsdale, AZ! PRN available as well.
At Scottsdale Village Square, we dedicate every day to supporting our residents to live the full, active, independent lifestyle they deserve. We know that with a little of the right kind of individualized assistance, our residents can continue to enjoy the activities that are meaningful to them.
Personalized care plans, an attentive 24-hour care team, and stand-out amenities make Scottsdale Village Square the premier choice for senior living in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Address : 2620 N 68th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85257
The Occupational Therapist will develop, recover or maintain the daily living and work skills of people with physical, mental or developmental conditions. You will offer effective and client-centered services that will enable people to confidently and independently carry out everyday tasks or activities. The successful candidate will have a holistic perspective and will be able to adapt the environment to fit the person.
Responsibilities :
- Address client’s aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being and life quality
- Select and adapt the appropriate per case occupational therapy treatment model, method and approach to direct the process of interventions
- Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL)
- Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components
- Assess client’s home and other environments and advice on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities
- Recommend adaptive equipment and train in its use
- Guide and educate family members and caregivers
- Observe, note, and report on progress of long and short term treatment goals
- Collect data and document processes followed
- Regularly follow-up client
Skills :
Proven working experience as occupational therapistExcellent knowledge of principles and practices of occupational therapyFamiliarity with ADLs evaluation toolsCurrent knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grow in the professionExcellent interpersonal communication skillsValid license to practice occupational therapyCareer Advantages :
Practice in an environment built on integrity and progressive, ethical careElectronic documentation systemPremium rates, flexible work schedule, and full-benefitsWork collaboratively with a supportive team of therapists and nursing staff