Occupational Therapist

Reporting to: Rehabilitation Services Manager (Shah Alam)

Position Summary:

• Provide occupational therapy services to patients after an injury or illness which include assessments, treatment planning, treatments and implementation, education and related documentation and communication.
• Assist patients with recovery from injury and illness by restoring their strength, mobility, relieving pain and educating them in preventing injury or falls.

Duties and responsibilities:

1.     To carry out comprehensive assessment and treatment to develop, recover or maintain motor skills, daily living skills and work skills that have been affected by injury or illness, developmental delays, or ageing.

2.     Carry out comprehensive assessment of physical as well as cognitive abilities and limitations of patients and design an appropriate treatment plan.

3.     To set realistic goals with patients, their family members, and other members of the multidisciplinary rehabilitation team.

4.     To carry out treatment plan, monitor and continue to evaluate progress and effectiveness of treatment plan.

5.     To maintain accurate clinical documentation and records.

6.     To use a range of techniques, modalities and apparatus to address physical limitations and balance issues, concentration and cognitive skills as well as environmental challenges.

7.     To fabricate splints where applicable and educate patients on its wearing regime and care.

8.     To work with children with learning difficulties, writing difficulties and attention deficits.

9.     To provide carer training to families and advice on home modifications.

10.  To participate in continuous educational programs and in service meetings

11.  Assist to establish and maintain departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, safety environmental and infection control standards.

12.  Perform other requested duties as assigned or requested.

Education and Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Valid annual practicing certificate where applicable.

Special Demands:

• Good physical health. Heavy lifting, moving equipment and standing for long periods of time may occur.
• Possess good interpersonal and communication skills.