Occupational Therapist

Job Overview

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide services at our pediatric and adult outpatient therapy clinics in Dubuque, Iowa.

Who are we?

Unified Therapy Services strives to provide the highest quality of comprehensive care to individuals of all ages. At our four clinic locations, we believe in a collaborative approach to facilitate the exceptional standards for rehabilitative care. Our team consists of occupational, physical and behavioral therapists and speech-language pathologists. We address each patient’s individual needs with private treatment rooms and a large gym. We have an abundance of swings, pediatric equipment, and unique lighting designed for our children with special needs. Between private treatment rooms and large gym space, we are able to assess and treat each individual that walks through our doors. Our therapists pride themselves on their skill sets and ongoing certifications and training.

Job Summary

• Assesses patient and determines treatment plan using approved evaluation documents
• Understands and complies with universal precautions, safety and risk policies and procedures
• Prepares necessary documentation including evaluations, progress notes, discharge notes and logs in timely manner according to regulations
• Consults with other members of rehabilitation team to select treatment programs consistent with needs and capabilities of individual and to coordinate comprehensive services delivery
• Trains individuals in skills and techniques required for participation in ADL and IADL
• Responsible for supervision of a COTA
• Designs and constructs adaptive equipment for individual and recommends adaptation of individual’s work-living environment to maximize independence
• Provides services to pediatric and UE orthopedic patients
• Utilizes and maintains equipment, requests supplies as needed
• Maintains positive relationships with the health care team, patient and family