Occupational Therapist

Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation - Come join our team!Key ResponsibilitiesAssessments:Conduct comprehensive physical, cognitive, and emotional assessments to understand a resident's abilities and limitations.Treatment Planning: Develop individualized therapy goals and implement treatment plans to address deficits in daily living activities (ADLs) and improve fine motor skills, strength, and coordination.Functional Training: Provide hands-on training and establish techniques for residents to perform essential tasks such as bathing, dressing, eating, and safely moving around.Adaptive Equipment & Environment: Recommend and demonstrate the use of adaptive equipment (like assistive devices or wheelchairs) and suggest modifications to the resident's room to enhance independence and safety.Collaboration: Work closely with the nursing staff, physicians, and other rehabilitation professionals to create a coordinated and holistic care plan.Education: Educate residents, families, and caregivers on exercises, techniques, and strategies to support the resident's continued independence and well-being.Mental & Emotional Well-being: Implement activities and provide one-on-one support to help residents cope with changes, manage stress, and combat feelings of isolation or depression.Documentation: Document resident progress, evaluations, and treatment outcomes, adjusting care plans as needed.What They DoFocus on ADLs:Help residents maintain and regain skills for essential daily tasks, from grooming and toileting to cooking and managing medications.Enhance Mobility: Educate on proper use of mobility aids like walkers and wheelchairs and improve overall functional mobility.Improve Cognitive Function: Employ strategies and activities to boost cognitive skills and memory.Promote Engagement: Create opportunities for residents to participate in meaningful activities like group classes, gardening, or other leisure pursuits.Advocate for Residents: Help residents find new ways to perform activities they once enjoyed, ensuring their safety and reducing frustration as they age. #IND123