Occupational Therapist *East Mountains*

Benefits/Perks

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Job Summary

Home health occupational therapists are central to the care team and to maximize a patient's potential with activities of daily living. Clinicians working in home health are on the front lines of health care and often practice at the top of their license. If you are interested in a changing work environment, seeing patients with a variety of diagnoses, and flexibility in your schedule, home health just may be your best choice!

Responsibilities

Perform assessments of patient physical, functional, cognitive, and communication levels within the scope of Occupational Therapy

Develop a plan of care with patient goals

Provide evidence-based direct intervention with patients in their place of residence

Perform Home Safety Evaluations

Communicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse patient population and co-workers

Educate patients and family members in home programs, use of the equipment and available resources

Submit required documentation in a timely manner

Qualifications

Active State Occupational Therapist License

Current CPR with BLS card

Valid driver's license, at least state minimum auto insurance, and an operational vehicle

Possess or obtain a good understanding of Federal, State, and local laws and regulatory guidelines governing home health operations

Great organization skills and an ability to work with minimal supervision

Capacity to appropriately supervise others

Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations

Computer/Technology literacy and experience documenting on an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

Physical Requirements

Duties require extensive standing, walking, and sitting

Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or assistance with transferring patients

Requires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee in this job. The employee may be asked to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Disclaimer

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