occupational therapist

Occupational Therapist duties and responsibilities

An Occupational Therapist must excel at a variety of duties and responsibilities, such as:

• Assessing the patient’s physical, communication and cognitive skills to develop a treatment plan

• Giving advice and providing support for family members and Careers

• Assessing the home, school and work environments of the patient

• Installing the necessary equipment in the classroom for children with disabilities and teaching them how to use the equipment

• Helping children and adult patients to take part in everyday activities based on their unique circumstances

• Assisting patients’ exercise for pain relief

• Reviewing the patient’s progress and adapting the treatment accordingly

• Performing administrative tasks such as keeping records, writing reports and making telephone calls