Occupational Therapist

Company: Life Span Occupational Therapy Services LLC
Location: Lacey
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Job Description:

About us
Life Span Occupational Therapy Services LLC is a company in Lacey, WA 98503. We are collaborative, creative, professional and our goal is to help individuals lead happier, healthier, and functionally independent lives. We are looking for committed and passionate occupational therapists or assistants to join our team. On-the-job training for those looking to change their specialty or new graduates. We utilize a wide range of modalities and techniques, evidence-based practice, and collaboration with other professions. We treat all age ranges throughout lifespan and disabilities.
Our work environment includes:
International workforceCasual work attireRelaxed atmosphereFlexible working hoursSafe work environmentOn-the-job trainingRegular social eventsWe are looking for a committed and patient-focused pediatric OTR and COTA to join our team. You will offer effective and client-centered services that will enable clients and their families to lead happier, healthy, and functionally independent lives. 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) related to life roles.
• 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, or adaptive programs
• Guide and educate family members and caregivers
• Observe, note, and report on the progress of long- and short-term treatment goals
• Collect data and document processes followed
• Regularly follow-up client on skills
  Skills
  • Proven working experience as an occupational therapist
  • Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of occupational therapy
  • Hands-on experience with computer programs and creative media
  • Familiarity with pediatric assessments and common treatment modalities
  • Ability to manage patients with a variety of physical, developmental, mental health, and social impairments.
  • Current knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grow in the profession
  • Professional behavior
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills
  • Valid WA license to practice occupational therapy and Registration
  • BS degree or greater in occupational therapy
    Please visit www.lifespanoccupationaltherapy.com for more information about our clinic.
    Job Type: Full-time, Part-time or PRN possibilities.
    Salary: $28.00 - $55.00 per hour depending on experience
    Benefits for full time employees:
    Simple IRA matchingDental Health Supplemental insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceReferral programVision insuranceMedical Specialty:
    PediatricsSchedule:
    8-hour shiftSupplemental Pay:Bonus pay
    COVID-19 considerations:All staff is required to wear a mask during working hours and demonstrate proof of vaccination. The clinic is cleaned regularly, clients are required to wear masks and have health screening before sessions.
    License/Certification:WA Occupational Therapy License (Required), NBCOTWork Location: Clinic, telehealth, and occasional home visits.

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