Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.·Hazard, Kentucky
Develops and implements rehabilitation programs to help mentally, physically, or emotionally handicapped individuals regain independence. This includes selecting constructive activities, teaching necessary skills, and fitting adaptive devices like splints.
Overview The Occupational Therapist is accountable for the developing, implementing, and maintaining a program to facilitate rehabilitation of mentally, physically, or emotionally handicapped individuals. Special Instructions PRN coverage which may include weekdays, holidays but primarily weekends.
Plans rehabilitation programs which involved manual arts, practice in prevocation, vocation, homemaking skills, daily living, sensorimotor, educational and recreational activities to assist patients in functioning or adjusting to handicaps. Selects activity program consistent with needs and capabilities of each patient and coordinates program with other therapeutic activities. Selects constructive activities for patients to upgrade patient to maximum independence, prepare patient for return to work, to assist in restoration of functions and aid in adjustment to disability. Teaches patients skills and techniques required for participation in activities and evaluates patient's progress. Suggests special equipment for patient to use in adaption to work-living environment. Lays out materials for patients use and cleans and repairs tools at end of session. Conducts and participates in training programs. May make and fit adoptive devices such as splints, braces, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Graduate of an accredited college and licensed as an Occupational Therapist. OR Certified as Occupational Therapist as state required.
Must be a graduate of an accredited college and hold a valid license or certification as an Occupational Therapist as required by the state.
Market context
In Kentucky, Occupational Therapist openings typically draw steady demand in schools, rehab settings, and community services, especially for candidates who are already licensed and can start with minimal onboarding. These roles are competitive because employers often prefer applicants with neuro-rehabilitation experience, AOTA membership, and a background in human services. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then confirm your Kentucky OT/L status and AOTA membership before applying.
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