JOB DESCRIPTION Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Valid FL Occupational Therapist license
- Must have a valid FL Driver's License
- Must have current CPR Card
- Must have current AHCA Background Screening Report
- Must have either Chest XR report, 2 Step TST report or TB Lab Test Report (QuantiFERON Gold)
- Must have a Doctor's Certificate of Good Health
- Strong knowledge of home health regulations and best practices
- Excellent clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members
- Proficient in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems
RESPONSIBILITIES:
-* This position will cover Citrus, Crystal River, Floral City* and surrounding areas
- Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient.
- Returns the individual to optimum and productive living within the patient’s capabilities.
- Periodically participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning.
- Provides prescribed occupational therapy.
-* Directs and supervises personnel as required. -* Takes initial history and makes initial evaluation.
- Performs all skilled procedures.
- Consults with physicians regarding changes in treatment.
- Writes reports to physicians regarding the patient's progress.
-* Instructs patients/family members in home programs and fine motor movement exercises. -* An initial evaluation, including a plan of treatment and goals, must be completed and submitted to the physician for approval. A recertification by a physician every 60 days is necessary, if further treatment is to be continued. A progress note is written at each visit. A reevaluation is written when the expected duration of treatment is reached. A summary is written upon the patient’s discharge. - Assists the physician in evaluating the level of function.
-* Helps develop the plan of care and revises as necessary. -* Prepares clinical and progress notes. - Advises and consults with the family and other Agency personnel. - Participates in case conferences
- Planning for discharge.
Work Location: On the road
