Occupational Therapist, OT(Home Health) Per-Diem
Occupational Therapist, OT(Home Health) Per-Diem
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01-06-2025
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Job Description
Per-Diem Opportunity
PAY WILL BE DISCUSSED DURING THE INTERVIEW
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who desires to implement high-quality Occupational Therapy services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
- Performs occupational therapy assessments diagnostic tests skilled treatments and ongoing evaluation of clients who are receiving services under a medically approved Plan of Care.
- a. Completes assessments in a timely manner and in accordance with Agency policy.
- b. Develops a treatment program and establishes goals for improved function.
- c. Provides assessment findings and goals to assist in developing the client care plan and obtains specific physician orders as needed.
- d. Documents all findings plans interventions and client progress (outcomes) on designated forms and submits per Agency guidelines.
- e. Communicates plans and changes to the physician and to nursing Case Manager and other Agency staff through the care plan written progress notes and participation in care conferences.
- Guides and instructs the client in prescribing therapeutic self-care and creative activities that are directed toward improving independence and physical and cognitive functioning.
- Advises consults and teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients family members and other Agency staff.
- Designs and/or orders appropriate adaptive/assistive devices and/or splints to promote optimal level of functioning.
- Instructs clients and their families in the client specific program.
- Performs job in compliance with Agency policies and procedures and professional and community standards.
- a. Provides services in accordance with applicable state federal and JCAHOstandards.
- b. Attends meetings and required educational programs.
- c. Accepts responsibility for personal and professional development and identifieslearning/developmental needs to supervisor.
- Attends care conferences initiates interdisciplinary referrals and participates in care coordination as needed.
- Serves on the Clinical Record Review Committee.
- Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.
- Performs occupational therapy assessments diagnostic tests skilled treatments and ongoing evaluation of clients who are receiving services under a medically approved Plan of Care.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association; or eligible for the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
- Possesses current registration or license as required by state(s) of practice.
- Has a minimum of two (2) years experience in a health care facility or equivalent experience.
- CPR certification.
- Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills.
- Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state/Agency requirements. Evidence of safe driving record and reliable transportation.
Employment Type
Full-Time
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