Provides the highest attainable standard of medical care for the patients for whom he/she is responsible.
Abides by the medical staff Bylaws, code of Medical Ethics, Rules and Regulations of the medical Staff and those specific to the department/division
Used skilled observation techniques and/or administer and interpret tests measurements to identify appropriate occupational therapy treatment for ASD patients referred to the services.
Plan and carry out appropriate treatment programs for ASD patients in individual or group sessions.
Assess the need for the use of interventions such as the design, development and adaption, application or training in the use of assistive technology devices.
Liaise with Occupational Therapy Workshop or Bioengineering staff, as appropriate, regarding the provision of special equipment needed by the individual patient.
Provide information and education patients and their relatives prior to discharge from the hospital or relevant matters such as the provision and use of assistive equipment, and ongoing patient therapy/management requirement: interview appropriate family members regarding home circumstances.
Liaise and coordinate with occupational Therapist domiciliary visiting assistance to facilitate patients ongoing care and development; carry out pre-discharge visits:as required
Supervise and occupational therapy Aides:trainees or technicians as may be assigned, providing them with instruction and direction ion the performance of their work task.
Maintain appropriate and accurate records regarding patients medical and social history, treatment progress, and discharge plans, as required.
Provide relevant input in Quality Assurance in departmental meeting and/or any quality committee meetings.
