Occupational Therapist Home Health
Location: Williamsport PA 17701
Position Type: Full-time
Openings: 1
Estimated Pay: $55.00 per hour
Overview
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing in-home Occupational Therapy services to patients as prescribed by the attending physician and for providing staff and the attending physician with Occupational Therapy consultation as needed.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform Occupational Therapy assessments of patient functioning levels plan short and long term goals to improve or restore independence and physical/cognitive functioning and implement approved treatment programs
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Provide guidance and instruction to patients and family members on therapeutic creative and self-care procedures and activities explaining adaptive and progressive approaches
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Instruct patients and family members in the use of orthotic or prosthetic equipment and may design and fabricate customized adaptive and assistive devices with training
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Conduct functional and cognitive re-evaluations to assess treatment plan revisions
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Instruct and familiarize patients and pertinent family members with all aspects of the total treatment program
-
Maintain clinical and progress notes and submit paperwork timely per policy
-
Report periodically to physicians on patient treatment response and progress assisting with necessary changes
-
Arrange for outpatient occupational therapy services if needed
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Provide consultation and instruct other home health team members on equipment techniques modalities and activity programs as requested
-
Prepare periodic reports for physicians and third-party payers
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Maintain and update professional competency through in-service attendance and professional resources
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Participate in staff and agency development activities case conferences and staff meetings
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Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
Schedule and Shift Details
Travel
Qualifications Required
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Bachelors degree or higher
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Minimum 1 year in Occupational Medicine
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Minimum 2 years in Social Work
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Valid Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) license in Pennsylvania
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Valid Regular Driver License (DL)
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Any one of the following certifications:
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American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS)
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American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA ACLS)
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American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (AHA PALS)
Preferred
Benefits
At Nurchure Staffing Solutions were dedicated to matching you with opportunities that align perfectly with your skills and career aspirations. Nurchure Staffing Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. With our extensive network of top clients and personalized support we make your job search efficient and effective giving you access to roles that can truly elevate your career. Let us be your trusted partner in navigating the path to your next great opportunity.
Occupational Therapist Home Health Location: Williamsport PA 17701 Position Type: Full-time Openings: 1 Estimated Pay: $55.00 per hour Overview The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing in-home Occupational Therapy services to patients as prescribed by the attending physician an...
Occupational Therapist Home Health
Location: Williamsport PA 17701
Position Type: Full-time
Openings: 1
Estimated Pay: $55.00 per hour
Overview
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing in-home Occupational Therapy services to patients as prescribed by the attending physician and for providing staff and the attending physician with Occupational Therapy consultation as needed.
Key Responsibilities
-
Perform Occupational Therapy assessments of patient functioning levels plan short and long term goals to improve or restore independence and physical/cognitive functioning and implement approved treatment programs
-
Provide guidance and instruction to patients and family members on therapeutic creative and self-care procedures and activities explaining adaptive and progressive approaches
-
Instruct patients and family members in the use of orthotic or prosthetic equipment and may design and fabricate customized adaptive and assistive devices with training
-
Conduct functional and cognitive re-evaluations to assess treatment plan revisions
-
Instruct and familiarize patients and pertinent family members with all aspects of the total treatment program
-
Maintain clinical and progress notes and submit paperwork timely per policy
-
Report periodically to physicians on patient treatment response and progress assisting with necessary changes
-
Arrange for outpatient occupational therapy services if needed
-
Provide consultation and instruct other home health team members on equipment techniques modalities and activity programs as requested
-
Prepare periodic reports for physicians and third-party payers
-
Maintain and update professional competency through in-service attendance and professional resources
-
Participate in staff and agency development activities case conferences and staff meetings
-
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
Schedule and Shift Details
Travel
Qualifications Required
-
Bachelors degree or higher
-
Minimum 1 year in Occupational Medicine
-
Minimum 2 years in Social Work
-
Valid Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) license in Pennsylvania
-
Valid Regular Driver License (DL)
-
Any one of the following certifications:
-
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS)
-
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA ACLS)
-
American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (AHA PALS)
Preferred
Benefits
At Nurchure Staffing Solutions were dedicated to matching you with opportunities that align perfectly with your skills and career aspirations. Nurchure Staffing Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. With our extensive network of top clients and personalized support we make your job search efficient and effective giving you access to roles that can truly elevate your career. Let us be your trusted partner in navigating the path to your next great opportunity.
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