Med-Hire is seeking an occupational therapist to join a great practice in Atlanta!

You will be in charge of consulting with patients and assisting patients in the recovery of injuries. You must have a beyond excellent communication ability as well as the ability to empathize and be understanding with difficult patients. You will be in charge of developing a treatment plan for your patients, setting goals and deadlines, and assisting the patient to reach these deadlines to the best of your ability. You must also be able to competently demonstrate exercises and therapy in order to educate a patient on the best method to follow their schedules and tasks. You may also need to occasionally recommend equipment that can assist the patient in daily activities as well as special diets and exercises the patient may find useful.

Typical duties and responsibilities

• Evaluate a patient’s condition and needs
• Develop treatment plans, goals, and activities
• Educate patients how to handle daily tasks
• Teach exercises that relieve pain and increase mobility
• Advise patient’s family and employer about needs and care
• Recommend helpful devices and equipment and teach a client how to use them
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment as needed

Required skills and qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Compassion, empathy, and a desire to help people
• Strong analytical and observational skills
• Flexibility and creativity to develop individualized treatment plans
• Patience in working with people who may be frustrated or upset
• Time-management skills
• Keen attention to detail

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in occupational therapy
• Experience working with patients of all ages
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Patience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37.00 - $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location

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