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Home Health Occupational Therapist

Optimal Care - Evergreen

#Rehabilitation #Interpersonal Skills #Problem Solving #Medical Terminology #Home Health #Plan of Care #Occupational Therapist #End of Life Care #Chronic Disease Management

Quick overview

The Occupational Therapist administers intermittent occupational therapy to patients in their residence according to physician orders and the established plan of care, which includes evaluating functional status and the home environment for barriers. Responsibilities also involve developing treatment programs, teaching new skills to patients recovering from illness or injury, and maintaining accurate clinical records and progress reports.

Requirements summary

Required qualifications include graduation from an accredited occupational therapy curriculum and registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association, with one year of clinical experience preferred. Candidates must possess strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, along with reliable transportation and the physical ability to lift up to 35lbs.

professional certificateAttention To DetailInterpersonal SkillsCommunicationProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsDocumentationRecord KeepingMedical TerminologyPlan of Care DevelopmentConflict ResolutionRehabilitationOccupational TherapyPatient EvaluationTreatment Program DevelopmentHome Environment Assessment

Job description

Optimal care is growing and proactively building our talent pipeline for future opportunities. While this role may not be immediately available, we invite you to submit your resume to this posting. A member of our recruiting team will reach out to discuss opportunities with you.

Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.

As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care to patients and families every day.

For 6 consecutive years, we have earned the Great Places to Work certification, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth, valuing your expertise, and creating an environment where you can do your best work every day.

We are a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice that encourages collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. From chronic disease management and rehabilitation to end-of-life care, our focus is on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

We live a simple Mission

Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.

Optimal Care is hiring an Occupational Therapist!

The Occupational Therapist administers occupational therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician or advanced practice practitioner’s orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Home Health leadership team.

In this position you will be required to

Evaluate patient's functional status including muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.
Evaluates home environment for hazards and barriers to more independent living
Participates in the development of the individualized plan of care including equipment needs.
Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function
Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other organization professionals.
Teaches new skills or retrains patients in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with the agency’s policy
Maintains appropriate clinical records, progress notes, and reports to the physician or advanced practice practitioner any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits records in accordance with the agency’s policy

Home Health Occupational Therapist

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Requirements summary

Job description

We live a simple Mission

In this position you will be required to

Benefits

Location • Office Location

Hours • Office Hours

Background Screening

Reasonable Accommodations

Equal Opportunity Employer

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