Occupational Therapy (OT)
We are currently recruiting an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our growing home health care services. A part-time and PRN opportunities are currently available. We provide comprehensive home health care services including skilled nursing care, and rehabilitative care, and personal care.
The occupational therapist is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Contractual Services Agreement (when applicable).
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCITONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
The occupational therapist is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Contractual Services Agreement (when applicable).
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCITONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.) Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care.
- For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized outside training.
- Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.
- May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury.
- May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
- May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
- Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, summary reports and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with policy.
- Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.
- Attends and contributes to in-services, case conferences and other meetings as required to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.
- Valid, current, unrestricted Virginia OT license
- Minimum of 1-2 years home experience Home Health preferred
- Current CPR Certification
- Customer service and communications skills
- Must have reliable transportation; possess a valid driver's license in Virginia and auto liability insurance coverage must be current.
- Clean criminal/motor vehicle background check
