Home Health Occupational Therapist
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11 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Home Health Occupational Therapist provides in-home occupational therapy services in accordance with state practice acts organizational standards and the Service Agreement. This role focuses on evaluating patient function developing individualized plans of care and improving independence safety and quality of life in the home setting.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate patient functional abilities home environment and equipment needs; contribute to the overall plan of care
Develop implement and adjust treatment plans and functional goals in collaboration with physicians and care team members
Provide therapeutic interventions including ADL retraining adaptive equipment instruction splinting and prosthetic/orthotic training as appropriate
Educate patients families and caregivers on treatment plans and safety strategies
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and communicate changes in patient condition
Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members and participate in case conferences and in-services
Identify needs for additional home health services and make appropriate referrals
Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and home health aides per policy and state regulations
Participate in discharge planning and ensure continuity of care
Requirements
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR) with current state licensure
Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience with at least one year of home health experience (preferred).
Strong communication documentation and organizational skills
Current CPR certification
Valid drivers license reliable transportation and required auto insurance
Benefits
Required Education:
QualificationsGraduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy programRegistered Occupational Therapist (OTR) with current state licensureMinimum of 2 years of clinical experience and at least 1 year of home health experience (preferred)Strong communication documentation and organizational skillsCurrent CPR certificationValid drivers license reliable transportation and required auto insurance
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
