Occupational Therapist, Acute Rehabilitation Unit
Role: Occupational Therapist, ACU
Location: Sierra Vista, AZ-85635
Position: Full Time + Benefits
Current Occupational Therapy license in state of practice.
Basic Life Support certification. Nice to Have: Outpatient, Rehabilitation, or Acute Care Experience. Responsibilities: 1. Patient Evaluation & Assessment
- Assess physical, cognitive, and emotional status after illness, injury, or surgery.
- Evaluate ability to perform Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) (e.g., bathing, dressing, eating)
- Identify deficits in strength, coordination, mobility, and cognition.
- Review medical history and collaborate with physicians and nurses.
️ 2. Treatment Planning & Goal Setting
- Develop short-term, functional, and patient-centered goals.
- Create individualized treatment plans focused on recovery and safety.
- Prioritize rapid improvement for discharge readiness.
3. Functional Rehabilitation
- Train patients in ADLs (grooming, toileting, feeding, dressing).
- Improve upper body strength, coordination, and endurance.
- Work on mobility tasks like bed transfers, sitting balance, and basic ambulation.
4. Cognitive & Perceptual Training
- Address memory, attention, problem-solving, and safety awareness.
- Help patients with conditions like stroke, brain injury, or delirium.
⚠️ 5. Safety & Discharge Planning
- Recommend adaptive equipment (e.g., walkers, grab bars, commodes)
- Assess home environment needs for safe discharge.
- Educate patients and families on fall prevention and precautions.
6. Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Work closely with:
- Physicians
- Nurses
- Physical Therapists
- Speech Therapists
- Case managers
- Participate in discharge planning and care coordination meetings.
7. Patient & Family Education
- Teach safe techniques for daily activities.
- Instruct caregivers on assisting patients properly.
- Provide energy conservation techniques.
8. Early Mobilization
- Initiate movement early (even in ICU settings when possible)
- Prevent complications like muscle wasting, pressure sores, and deconditioning.
9. Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
- Document progress, goals, and outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with hospital and insurance guidelines.
10. Use of Adaptive Techniques & Equipment
- Introduce assistive devices for independence.
- Train patients on proper usage.
Key Focus in Acute Care
- Short-term, high-impact interventions.
- Stabilization and functional independence.
- Safe and timely discharge planning.
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