Occupational Therapist
CurrentTest and evaluate patients' physical and mental abilities and analyze medical data to determine realistic rehabilitation goals for patients.Recommend changes in patients' work or living environments, consistent with their needs and capabilities.Design and create, or requisition, special supplies and equipment to increase functional independence. Promotes maximum independence by selecting and constructing therapies according to individual's physical capacity, cognitive level and interest.Completes discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers; contributing to patient care conferences.