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Occupational Therapist PRN - Melbourne FL

Quick overview

Responsible for assessing and evaluating patient care needs related to functional status, activities of daily living, and fine motor coordination. Coordinates with physicians and healthcare teams to develop and implement evidence-based occupational therapy plans of care.

Requirements summary

Requires a current Occupational Therapy license in the state of practice and a valid driver's license with vehicle insurance. CPR certification and the ability to work independently are preferred.

professional certificateOrganizational SkillsCare PlanningCommunication SkillsPatient AssessmentIndependent WorkActivities Of Daily LivingAdaptive EquipmentEvidence-Based TechniquesFine Motor CoordinationFunctional Status EvaluationCMS DocumentationHome Assessments

Job description

Mederi Caretenders Home Health is hiring for a PRN Occupational Therapist / OT to join our passionate team in Melbourne, Florida!
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As the Occupational Therapist in Home Health, you will be responsible for assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status, activities of daily living, fine motor coordination, home assessments and adaptive equipment, and other occupational therapy needs as defined by medical conditions.

Primary Responsibilities

Provides service within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of Occupational Therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, using evidence-based techniques, and in coordination with other members of the health care team Evaluates the patient’s functional status, status of all body systems as required for CMS documentation, and occupational therapy needs. Consults with the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care Observes, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition Conducts patient assessments evaluating the level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

Current Occupational Therapy licensure in state of practice Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications

Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously Demonstrated ability to work independently Demonstrated good communication, writing, and organizational skills

Benefits

Recognition Programs
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Equity Stock Purchase
401k Contribution

Pay Range $71,700 - $158,400 annual total cash target pay $41.37 - $91.38 per visit point $34.47 - $76.15 hourly rate Annual total cash compensation for this role assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity and generally follows the range above.
Total cash compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role.
This role receives two types of compensation depending on the work being performed.
When conducting visits, you will be paid per visit point rate compensation.
Your per visit pay will be calculated by multiplying your per visit point rate by the productivity points you accrue for various types of visits.
Each type of visit is assigned a certain number of productivity points that is inclusive of “direct” and “indirect” patient care activities.
Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs.
The number of visits performed each week will vary based on individual productivity targets and the productivity points assigned to the visits performed.
You will be paid your hourly rate for certain non-visit activities such as orientation.
We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. #LHCJobs At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone.
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Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes.
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