community-based rehabilitation
The method of rehabilitation which involves the creation of social programs for the impaired or disabled persons to allow them integration into the community.
Occupational therapy assistants support occupational therapists by working with people and communities to enhance their ability to engage in the occupations they want to, need to, or are expected to do, or by modifying the occupation or the environment to better support their occupational engagement. They work under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
Competences and skills
46 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesoccupational health
The subfield of study of public health that focus on improving the wellbeing of individuals in the workplace for all the occupational profiles. It is concerned with health and safety in the workplace and prevention of hazards.
occupational science
The study of everyday activity including the behaviours, characteristics, and patterns of behaviour and productivity.
vocational rehabilitation
The rehabilitation process of persons with functional, psychological, developmental, cognitive and emotional impairments or health disabilities to overcome barriers to accessing, maintaining or returning to employment or other useful occupation.
Cross-sector
6 competencesergonomics
The science of designing systems, processes and products that complement the strengths of people so that they can use them easily and safely.
health care occupation-specific ethics
The moral standards and procedures, ethical questions and obligations specific to occupations in a health care setting such as respect for human dignity, self-determination, informed consent and patient confidentiality.
hygiene in a health care setting
The procedures related to maintaining a hygienic environment within a health care setting such as hospitals and clinics. It can range from hand washing to cleaning and disinfection of medical equipment used and infection control methods.
movement techniques
The various types of movement and physical postures undertaken for relaxation, body-mind integration, stress reduction, flexibility, core support and rehabilitation purposes, and that are required for or underpin occupational performance.
occupational physiology
The complex physiology of specific jobs and its relation to disorders and medical conditions and the way to optimize health, work ability, and productivity.
supervision of persons
The act of directing one individual or a group of individuals in a certain activity.
Essential skills and competences 14 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
7 competencesadvise healthcare users on occupational health
Identify meaningful and healthy occupations and strategies in partnership with the healthcare user, to enable him to reach his goals.
apply techniques of occupational therapy
Apply occupational therapy techniques, such as retraining, and splinting in the rehabilitation and recovery of patients, and advising patients on their daily activities.
assist healthcare users achieve autonomy
Assist healthcare users to achieve autonomy.
develop therapeutic relationships
Maintain the individual therapeutic relationship to engage the individual's innate healing capacities, to achieve active collaboration in the health education and healing process and to maximise the potential of healthy change.
ensure safety of healthcare users
Make sure that healthcare users are being treated professionally, effectively and safe from harm, adapting techniques and procedures according to the person's needs, abilities or the prevailing conditions.
monitor patients' progress related to treatment
Observe and report on healthcare users' response to medical treatment, monitoring their progress or decay on a daily basis and modifying the treatment procedures whenever necessary.
remediate healthcare user's occupational performance
Remediate or restore the cognitive, sensorimotor, or psychosocial components of the healthcare user`s occupational performance.
Cross-sector
7 competencescommunicate in healthcare
Communicate effectively with patients, families and other caregivers, health care professionals, and community partners.
empathise with the healthcare user
Understand the background of clients` and patients’ symptoms, difficulties and behaviour. Be empathetic about their issues; showing respect and reinforcing their autonomy, self-esteem and independence. Demonstrate a concern for their welfare and handle according to the personal boundaries, sensitivities, cultural differences and preferences of the client and patient in mind.
exercise patience
Have patience by dealing with unexpected delays or other waiting periods without becoming annoyed or anxious.
follow clinical guidelines
Follow agreed protocols and guidelines in support of healthcare practice which are provided by healthcare institutions, professional associations, or authorities and also scientific organisations.
instruct on the use of special equipment for daily activities
Instruct on how to use specialised equipment such as wheelchairs and eating aids in their daily activities.
interact with healthcare users
Communicate with clients and their carer’s, with the patient’s permission, to keep them informed about the clients’ and patients’ progress and safeguarding confidentiality.
listen actively
Give attention to what other people say, patiently understand points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times; able to listen carefully the needs of customers, clients, passengers, service users or others, and provide solutions accordingly.
Optional knowledge 12 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competenceskinesiology
The study of human movement, performance and function, the sciences of biomechanics, anatomy, physiology and neuroscience.
mechanotherapy
The medical treatments provided by manual means such as massage or other types of mechanical devices.
physical medicine
The diagnosis and treatment methods applied to individuals with physical impairments or disabilities in order to help them restore their body functions lost because of medical injuries or medical diseases.
Cross-sector
9 competencesfirst aid
The emergency treatment given to a sick or injured person in the case of circulatory and/or respiratory failure, unconsciousness, wounds, bleeding, shock or poisoning.
general medicine
General medicine is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
geriatrics
Geriatrics is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
health care legislation
The patients` rights and responsibilities of health practitioners and the possible repercussions and prosecutions in relation to medical treatment negligence or malpractice.
human physiology
The science that studies the human organs and its interactions and mechanisms.
neurology
Neurology is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
occupational therapy theories
The fundamental theories that underlie occupational therapy practice, occupation-based models, and frames of reference used in this context.'
orthopaedics
Orthopaedics is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.
rehabilitation
The methods and procedures used to help an ill or injured person restore lost skills and regain self-sufficiency and control.
Optional skills and competences 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
7 competencesassist in performing physical exercises
Prescribe and assist physical exercises to help increase strength and dexterity.
create individual treatment programmes
Develop treatment programmes to suit each individual patient, helping patients achieve more independence and confidence in their daily lives.
perform occupation analyses
Perform an occupation analysis with regard to how an activity is experienced by an individual, taking into account the influences on performance.
perform patient activity analyses
Perform activity analyses of a patient in the sense of linking requirement and ability analyses. Understand the activity; its demands and context.
provide stroke rehabilitation services
Provide services to patients who have suffered from stroke, helping them relearn skills that are lost when part of the brain is damaged.
record healthcare users' progress related to treatment
Record the healthcare user's progress in response to treatment by observing, listening and measuring outcomes.
work in multidisciplinary health teams
Participate in the delivery of multidisciplinary health care, and understand the rules and competences of other healthcare related professions.
Cross-sector
3 competencesdeal with emergency care situations
Assess the signs and be well-prepared for a situation that poses an immediate threat to a person's health, security, property or environment.
develop a rehabilitation programme
Develop a rehabilitation programme to help patients rebuild their skills and restore their confidence.
provide health education
Provide evidence based strategies to promote healthy living, disease prevention and management.