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Geriatric Occupational Therapist

UtrechtHybrid30 hours/week<3months

As an occupational therapist, you will expertly and empathetically support elderly clients in living as dignified and valuable a life as possible, despite increasing limitations. You will work in regional teams within long-term care and first-line care.

What you do

  • Provide treatment and guidance in both somatic and psychogeriatric care.
  • Play an increasing role in treatment and advice for clients living at home.
  • Enhance clients' self-reliance and support their self-management.
  • Advise colleagues on performing care actions for complex issues.
  • Conduct research and provide advice focused on Sensory Information Processing (SI).
  • Advise clients regarding pressure ulcers, lying, sitting, and transferring.

Profile

  • High degree of independence, an open mindset, and a proactive attitude.
  • Development-oriented and capable of adopting a blended care approach.
  • HBO diploma in Occupational Therapy and valid registration in the basic or quality register for paramedics.
  • A plus: additional training/interests such as pressure ulcers, SI, PDL, knowledge of sitting and lying postures.
  • Experience working in first-line care and familiarity with applying for aids through external agencies.
  • Own transportation is required for traveling between locations.

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