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2212-17
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Occupational Therapist helps an individual across all ages who faces physical, mental, or social challenges to live more independent and fulfilling lives. They assess patients’ abilities and develop personalised intervention plans to support daily activities, work, and leisure, addressing difficulties arising from illness, injury, disability, developmental conditions, or ageing. Their work aims to enhance overall quality of life and functional independence.
Tasks
Assess clients’ physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities to identify functional limitations affecting daily activities.
Develop and implement individualised treatment and rehabilitation plans to improve functional abilities and independence.
Train and support patients in performing activities of daily living, including mobility and personal care.
Recommend, provide training on, and monitor the use of assistive and adaptive equipment.
Educate and support patients and caregivers on rehabilitation strategies, prevention of complications, and ongoing care.
Conduct home and workplace assessments to enhance safety and support independent living.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate integrated patient care.
Document treatment plans, interventions, and patient progress accurately.
Skills
Basic
Active listening to understand patient needs and concerns.
Critical thinking and problem-solving to develop effective treatment plans.
Empathy and patience to support patients through challenges.
Organisational skills to manage caseloads and documentation efficiently.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare teams.
Specific
Ability to design and implement personalised occupational therapy intervention plans.
Competency in conducting comprehensive functional and occupational assessments.
Knowledge in human anatomy, physiology, and functional impairments related to occupational therapy.
Proficiency in the use of assistive and adaptive technologies for patient independence.
Proficiency in therapeutic rehabilitation techniques to improve functional abilities.
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QUALIFICATION
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
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