We are looking for a compassionate OT to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, a friendly demeanor, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to provide medical support to our clients in their homes.
Qualifications
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Occupational Therapy License (Required)
Responsibilities
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Provides Occupational therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care. This may include, but will not be limited to: Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.
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Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, ROM—potential for rehab.
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Directing Occupational therapy treatment.
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Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
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Determining priority needs for Occupational therapy.
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Reporting to physician patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
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Initiates Occupational therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of Occupational therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the Occupational therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
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May train patient in the use of the prosthetic device.
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Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers
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Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
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Participates in discharge planning for patients.
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Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy.
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Provides Occupational therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
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Provides in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
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Participates in the peer consultation process.
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Supervises Occupational therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
Qualifications
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Possesses a degree from a program in Occupational therapy approved by an accredited organization.
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Licensed to practice as an Occupational therapist within the state.
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Two years of appropriate experience as an Occupational therapist.Community/home health experience.
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Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
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Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
HOPE At Home Health Care is a full-service home care agency dedicated to helping people excel in the comfort of their homes. We offer Medicare-certified skilled services. Whether you are recovering from injury or illness, or simply want to reinvigorate your mobility and health, HOPE At Home Health Care has a solution for you.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $60.00 - $70.00 per Visit
Medical Specialty:
Schedule:
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Monday to Friday, Weekend available
License/Certification:
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Occupational Therapy License (Required)
