Assess/screen patient's daily living/work-related skills and develop therapeutic retraining programs with measurable objectives
Administer and interpret diagnostic and prognostic tests of function in patients' homes to assist physician evaluation
Confer with the patient's physician and other health care team members and participate in development/revision of the Plan of Care Treatment
Provide therapeutic treatment and instruction to patients per physician orders to improve/restore strength, coordination, range-of-motion and function or teach compensation measures
Review/expand retraining programs consistent with behavioral goals and rehabilitation guidelines
Consult with vocational team members to develop and implement vocationally oriented plans
Report patient status and progress to physician, rehabilitation staff, Clinical Manager, patient and family members
Participate in care coordination and discharge planning and act as a resource to other health care personnel
Design community reintegration activities and coordinate with interdisciplinary team
Recommend and/or design special adaptive equipment and train staff/family in retraining programs
Coordinate/oversee/supervise/instruct and evaluate Occupational Therapy Assistant and Home Health Aide performance
Accurately document patients' care observations, interventions and evaluation on the day services are rendered
Ensure interim (verbal) physician orders are documented and implemented and submit evaluation, treatment plans and discharge summary to supervisor and care management staff
Requirements
Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program
A minimum of six months of occupational therapy experience preferred
Home Health experience a plus
Current and unrestricted OT licensure
Current CPR certification
Good organizational and communication skills
A valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are required
Benefits
paid time off
401(k) retirement savings plan
employee assistance program
business travel and accident
stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career
flexible scheduling options
clinical certifications
leadership development programs
career coaching
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