Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health - PT - Per Diem - Central/South/East San Diego

Overview

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Responsibilities

The occupational therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the

implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all

conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES

1. 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.

2. For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work

capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with

Organization policy.

3. Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates

plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.

4. May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost

due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.

5. May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment

to improve function.

6. May train patient in the use of prosthetic and / or orthotic devices.

7. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any

changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with Organization

policy.

8. Maintains contact / communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to

promote coordinated, efficient care.

9. Attends and contributes to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required

by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the

patients of the Organization.

10. Identifies patient and family / caregiver needs for other home health services and refers

as appropriate.

11. Instructs patient’s family / caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patient’s

treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.

12. Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and

state regulations.

13. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health

aide care every two (2) weeks.

14. Participates in discharge planning for patient.

15. Participation in Quality Assurance / Performance Improvement Program and Home Health

Agency sponsored training.

Qualifications

1. Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on

Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the

American Occupational Therapy Association.

2. Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational

Therapy Association.

3. Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.

4. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

5. Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification.

6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured and in accordance with state / or

organization requirements and is in good working order.

Additional Information

We are invested in our employees and their well-being. Benefits Include :

Competitive compensation

Dynamic, fun, team-oriented work environment

Countless growth and development opportunities

Flexible Schedules

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company Paid Life insurance

Mileage Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Days

Employee Assistance Program

401K

And so much more!