Job Description
We are looking for a committed and patient-focused Occupational Therapist to develop, recover or maintain the daily living and work skills of people with physical, mental or developmental conditions. The occupational therapist contracted through the organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services for Home Health and Hospicepatients.
Pay:
- Per Diem: $120-$130 per OT evaluation, $70 follow up visits
Responsibilities Job Description
- 1. Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living.
- 2. For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy.
- 3. Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.
- 4. May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.
- 5. May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
- 6. May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
- 7. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy.
- 8. Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.
- 9. Attends and contributes to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.
- 10. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate.
- 11. Instructs patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patient’s treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.
- 12. Supervises certified occupational therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
- 13. Participates in discharge planning for patient.
- The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Requirements:
- 1. A graduate of an 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. Meets personnel qualifications stated in §418.114(b)(5).
- 2. Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
- 3. Licensed as an occupational therapist by the California Board of Occupational Therapy.
- 4. Two (2) years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.
- 5. Possess and maintains current CPR Certification.
Additional Requirements:
- Must provide a calm manner when in a patient's home
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
- Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.
Knowledge of:
- The principles and purposes of physical therapy
- The operation and care of occupational therapy equipment
- Human Anatomy and physiology
Ability to:
- Administer various types of occupational therapy services
- Ability to work effectively with handicapped persons
- Ability to teach
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with allied health personnel
- Communicate effectively with patients; teach and supervise subordinate staff
Job Types: Part-time, Per diem
Pay: $70.00 - $130.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
