Per Diem Occupational Therapist

Looking for a committed Occupational Therapist (OT) on a per diem basis to provide personalized home health care services in Taylor, MI.

The focus of this position is to tackle various obstacles such as musculoskeletal, neurological, orthopedic, trauma-related, cardiorespiratory, sensory-motor, fine motor, developmental, and swallowing challenges. Responsibilities :

• Perform assessments to evaluate the functional level of patients in Taylor, MI, US on a per diem basis.
• Gather background information, assess referrals, select appropriate evaluation tools, and evaluate patients to determine their physical and psychosocial capacity.
• Work closely with physicians and healthcare team members to create and modify individualized care plans.
• Take responsibility for planning, executing, and evaluating treatment for the designated caseload.
• Accurately document clinical progress notes.
• Provide guidance to therapy assistants and home health aides when necessary.
• Educate patients and their families on the proper and safe use of adaptive equipment, as well as offer installation recommendations.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA).
• Provide personalized education to patients and caregivers, plan discharges effectively, and collaborate closely with healthcare professionals.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, offer recommendations, propose assistive devices for daily activities, and provide training on adaptive technologies.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve the patient's functional capabilities for everyday tasks. Qualifications :
• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy from a four-year course is a mandatory requirement for the PER DIEM Occupational Therapist position in Taylor, MI, US.
• Completion of at least six months of clinical affiliations in designated areas of O.T. Centers is necessary for applicants interested in this role.
• Certification by the Board of Registry of the American Occupational Therapy Association or eligibility for certification is mandatory for candidates applying for this position.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality regarding protected and sensitive information is essential for the PER DIEM Occupational Therapist role.
• Establishing and maintaining respect for owners and employees is necessary for individuals interested in this opportunity.
• Demonstrating proficiency in independently solving problems by applying analytical and logical thinking is required for this position.
• Proficiency in using standard office equipment and software is necessary for successful performance in this role.
• Preferably, a minimum of 1 year of experience as an OT is preferred for applicants considering the PER DIEM Occupational Therapist position.

Compensation : $55 - $75 hourly

• Perform assessments to evaluate the functional level of patients in Taylor, MI, US on a per diem basis.
• Gather background information, assess referrals, select appropriate evaluation tools, and evaluate patients to determine their physical and psychosocial capacity.
• Work closely with physicians and healthcare team members to create and modify individualized care plans.
• Take responsibility for planning, executing, and evaluating treatment for the designated caseload.
• Accurately document clinical progress notes.
• Provide guidance to therapy assistants and home health aides when necessary.
• Educate patients and their families on the proper and safe use of adaptive equipment, as well as offer installation recommendations.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA).
• Provide personalized education to patients and caregivers, plan discharges effectively, and collaborate closely with healthcare professionals.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, offer recommendations, propose assistive devices for daily activities, and provide training on adaptive technologies.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve the patient's functional capabilities for everyday tasks.
9 days ago