Occupational Therapist in Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

Occupational Therapist in Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is accountable for evaluating patients referred to occupational therapy, organizing and implementing individualized therapeutic programs with patients and families and observing and recording patient progress and response to treatment.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST IN CLEVELAND CLINIC

• Reviews patient chart for pertinent medical history, including test results and x-ray reports
• Analyzes and interprets patient’s needs, based on medical history, x-rays, tests and evaluation
• Establishes treatment goals and formulates a treatment plan based on the patient evaluation
• Administers treatment program and uses skilled techniques to provide treatment
• Monitors patient’s medical status, reviews and revises treatment plans as necessary as treatment plan progresses
• Directs and supervises the activities of support personnel and maintains responsibility for all aspects of patient care
• Educates patients and their families about the patient’s functional status, appropriate preventative and therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment and modalities for post-discharge care
• Documents required and pertinent information in patient’s medical record
• Reviews and co-signs progress notes written by occupational therapy assistants
• Participates in mutli-disciplinary management of patients, ensures coordination of treatment goals and discharge planning
• Completes required department forms accurately and in a timely manner
• Participates in the supervision of students assigned to clinical rotation and/or staff development programs

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of two (2) years post graduate experience as an Occupational Therapist in relevant experience
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to speak and write in English
• Ability to speak and write in both English and Arabic

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy
• Graduation from an accredited Diploma course in Occupational Therapy (minimum three (3) year curriculum)
• Current national license or membership in a recognized international agency is required
• Master’s in relevant clinical related field is preferred (will reduce one (1) year from the required years of experience)

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