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  • Occupational Therapist
  • Senior Occupational Therapist
  • Pediatric Occupational Therapist
  • Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)
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Occupational Therapist Job Description Examples:

Example 1

About Us

We are a dynamic team of professionals that are deeply committed to bringing children and their wellbeing to the forefront of the social landscape. We are innovating and adapting continuously in response to the needs and global trends of child and adolescent mental health. This includes keeping the unique lens of human childhood development firmly at the center of our work.

Your role as an Occupational Therapist would include:

  • Providing client and family centred therapy - to young children and families in individual and group settings, using evidence-based therapy modalities - both online & offline.
  • Performing intakes and clinical assessments – interviewing families, observation sessions of the child, using various tools and reporting. Assessment methods are a crucial part of our treatment approaches at Children First.
  • Delivering workshops & webinars - from ideation to execution. Proficiency in PPT & Excel is a must.
  • Supervision - Internal training and external training opportunities for continued professional development.
  • Participating in peer super supervision models within the organisation to share and learn.
  • We are looking for someone who shares our warm, authentic and child-centred approach to therapy.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher, Internship
    Contract length: 12 months

    Salary: ₹360,000.00 - ₹660,000.00 per year

    Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Morning shift
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Commission pay
  • Overtime pay
  • Performance bonus
  • Quarterly bonus
  • Shift allowance

    Work Location: In person

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    • Example 2

    Moving Forward WITH Anderson

    Are you an Allied Health Professional looking for an exciting new career opportunity?

    Anderson Neurological and Developmental Services is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join their fun, friendly and dynamic team in Western Australia.

    Our team possesses a wealth of expertise and experience with individuals across all age groups with neurological and developmental conditions. Our team consists of Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists, Dietitians, Psychologists, Social Workers, and Allied Health Assistants.

    Our rehabilitation centres are located in both Perth, Bunbury and Manjimup, Western Australia. Our holistic, evidence-based approach has continued to assist individuals achieve meaningful goals to maximise confidence, skills and independence for the past 15 years.

    Anderson is appropriately registered with the Australian government to sponsor skilled individuals from overseas to work with us. This sponsorship extends to a spouse or de-facto partner, as well as any dependent children under the age of 18. We also provide support for successful candidates to meet Australian regulatory guidelines to practice as a Physiotherapist.

    You will be well supported, receiving comprehensive supervision and mentorship throughout your induction and beyond. Both formal and informal Professional Development opportunities will be provided throughout your employment, allowing you to upskill and become familiar with the Australian context.

    OUR Values

  • Quality: What we do, we do well.
  • Integrity:We are honest; we stick to our word and our own values.
  • Commitment:We are committed to supporting and empowering individuals in their journey as we strive to create a better future for all.
  • Respect:We respect one another, and value our differences.
  • Teamwork: We work together – across boundaries – to support the needs of our clients and their goals.
  • Leadership: We are leaders in what we do, as we each have the courage to shape a better future.
  • Accountability:We have the responsibility to deliver on our commitments to each other and our clients.
  • Citizenship:We are admirable citizens in the communities that we live and work.

    WHAT Anderson Offers

  • Access to a plethora of professional development opportunities, including a generous study bursary and paid study leave days.
  • Regular and consistent coaching and mentorship opportunities from Anderson’s leadership team to support professional growth and career progression.
  • Access to Anderson’s array of world-class resources, including the Australian-first Tryomotion Robotics Suite.
  • Regular team social and team-building gatherings with our fun and friendly team.
  • Work phone, laptop and access to company vehicles for work purposes.

    Occupational Therapists AT Anderson

    As an Occupational Therapist at Anderson, you will plan and provide holistic services to a diverse range of clients. You will work directly with the individual, their family and key stakeholders. We would value an individual who has experience working with both children and adults with disabilities and/or complex needs. You would be seeing clients both in the clinic and community settings. We have company vehicles available to utilise when visiting clients in their home, school, aged care facility etc.

    Our therapy services are personal and innovative. Each client is considered with regard to their individual needs and characteristics. As such, our Allied Health team collaborate to work towards the goals of our clients and their families. You would be an integral player within this approach, as we value and rely upon the unity and strength of our team.

    We are currently looking for candidates with experience in paediatrics, willing to carry a mixed caseload of clients across the lifespan.

    To be successful in this role you will need:

  • Possession of relevant undergraduate tertiary qualification as an Occupational Therapist.
  • Ability to obtain a skills assessment with the Occupational Therapy Council Australia.
  • Ability to demonstrate English proficiency.
  • Experience in the development and implementation of services for clients with disabilities and/or complex needs.
  • Highly effective written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • The ability to grow and nurture personal relationships founded on respect.
  • You will have exposure to therapists experience in Bobath Therapy, Feldenkrais and Hippotherapy.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive, with a valid driver's license (international licenses accepted).

    Full time position. Salary determined based on years of experience, as well as areas of specialisation.

    Please note that only successful applicants through to the interview stage will be contacted.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: From ₹3,727,800.00 per year

    Schedule:
  • Monday to Location: In person

    • Example 3

    Mokshaa, an integrated in patient facility for recovery and therapy is looking for a dynamic Pediatric Occupational Therapist. The therapist will be responsible for the therapy execution of children with developmental disorders and work in an interdisciplinary team of professionals including Speech therapists and Physiotherapists.

    Responsibilities

  • Occupational Therapy assessment
  • Sensory integration therapy
  • Occupational therapy focusing on Gross motor skills and Fine motor skills
  • Activities of daily living
  • Assessment report making
  • Therapy planning
  • Parent counselling
  • Documentation

    Qualifications

    BOT/MOT

    Experience

    0-2 years

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

    Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Flexible shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Bengaluru - 560103, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Experience:

  • total work: 1 year (Preferred)

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship, Fresher

    Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Morning shift

    Ability to Bengaluru - 560103, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

    • Example 4

    About the position:
    The role shall mainly be managing pediatric cases in our clinic in Behala (south Kolkata). The Occupational Therapist works with children with developmental disorders and their families to help them developing appropriate goals meaningful to the families and their children, and implement therapy plan for the same. The Occupational Therapist also conducts various group based interventions for children with developmental disabilities.

    Responsibilities and Duties
    Primary Responsibilities:
    The Occupational Therapist shall be responsible for conducting assessments, developing intervention and home program for the child, documentation for reports and treatment plan, treating special children with Sensory Integration and work with the in-house physiotherapists for delivering therapy along with other applicable techniques.
    Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications
    Minimum Qualifications:
    Bachelors Degree in Occupational Therapy ([website]) from a recognized institute. RCI registration certificate required.

    Essentials Skills Required:

    Prior experience of working with and/or managed children with developmental disabilities.
  • Good communication skills

  • Attend patients as per appointment schedule

    Desired Skills Required:
    Preference will be given to candidates with basic knowledge of Sensory Integration and its application in practice.

    Other Details

    Job Types: Part-time, Contract

    Salary: ₹1,000.00 - ₹1,500.00 per day

    Schedule:
  • Evening shift
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Overtime pay

    Language:
  • Bengali (Preferred)

    License/Certification:
  • RCI Registration (Preferred)

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    • Example 5

    1. Conduct detailed assessment of clients and develop treatment plans.

    [website] and evaluating patient's progress

    3. Formulating OT reports and documentation

    4. Possess up-to-date knowledge of treatment practices and physical therapy programs in order to provide clients with best treatment program

    5. Educating caregivers and family members of clients on patient care and environmental modifications

    6. Maintain periodic communication with parents or caregivers to discuss monthly progress and goal planning.

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fresher

    Salary: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

    Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid sick time
    Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Flexible shift
    Supplemental Pay:
  • Overtime pay
  • Performance bonus

    Education:
  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

    Experience:
  • total work: 1 year (Preferred)

    License/Certification:
  • certification (Preferred)

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    • Occupational Therapist job summary

    A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.

    Example of an Occupational Therapist job summary

    Our physical therapy clinic has decided to add an Occupational Therapist (OT) to our staff. We’re interesting in serving a greater subsection of the senior community, so we need an experienced OT to help those patients improve their quality of life. We focus on providing compassionate, holistic care to our patients. Our clinic team works with their doctors and families to establish creative but conservative plans of care that reduce the potential for injury and allow patients to set their own paces. We’re looking for an OT candidate with similar styles and ideals in his or her own practice.

    Occupational Therapist responsibilities and duties

    The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.

    • Conduct patient assessments and evaluations to determine their physical condition, limitations, medical histories and personal goals
    • Communicate with physicians and other health care providers to confirm plans of care
    • Advise family members and other supportive individuals about the level of care the patient needs
    • Provide occupational therapy guidance, support and education during patient sessions
    • Teach patients how to interact with adaptive technology
    • Show patients how to use assistive devices
    • Assist patients with purchasing products to help them achieve their goals
    • Guide patients through graded activities
    • Generate reports for patients and their physicians and families
    • Visit patients’ homes to help install or use assistive devices

    Occupational Therapist qualifications and skills

    Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.

    • Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy required
    • 3+ years’ experience providing occupational therapy to seniors
    • Current state OT license required
    • Willingness to participate in continued education courses
    • Compassionate and caring demeanor
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