Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Home Health. This role involves assessing patients' needs, developing individualized treatment plans, and facilitating their rehabilitation to improve daily living skills and overall quality of life.
Duties
- Conduct thorough evaluations of patients to determine their occupational therapy needs.
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans based on assessment results.
- Provide therapy interventions to patients in their own home.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Assist in discharge planning by providing recommendations for continued care and support.
- Educate patients and their families about therapeutic techniques and home exercises.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment outcomes.
- Stay updated with the latest practices in occupational therapy and participate in ongoing professional development.
Requirements
- A degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Valid state licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
- Experience in geriatrics preferred
- Knowledge of anatomy and its application in therapy practices.
- Familiarity with case management principles and discharge planning processes.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients by helping them regain their independence through effective occupational therapy.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $60.00 - $75.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: On the road
