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Occupational Therapist – Home Health, PRN
Elara Capital. Evaluate occupational therapy patients to determine rehabilitation needs and potential for achievement .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in evaluating and developing Plans of Care for occupational therapy patients, ensuring compliance with OASIS and PPS guidelines. Proficient in patient instruction, safety planning, and clinical supervision while maintaining effective communication with healthcare teams.
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Occupational Therapy EvaluationPlans Of Care DevelopmentOASIS CompliancePatient Safety PlanningClinical Supervision
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Hard Skills
Occupational TherapyPatient AssessmentTherapy DocumentationAdaptive Equipment InstructionFine Motor CoordinationHome Program ModificationsTherapy Goal SettingPatient Transfer TechniquesRegulatory ComplianceClinical Direction
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationCounselingTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingDependability
Certifications & Qualifications
Occupational Therapy License
Industry Keywords
Rehabilitation NeedsClinical Care SettingPatient SafetyHome HealthTherapy Standards
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Evaluate occupational therapy patients to determine rehabilitation needs and potential for achievement
- Develop plans of care based on evaluation findings
- Implement and develop Plans of Care to ensure quality, continuity of care, and proper discharge planning
- Conduct initial therapy evaluation visits and re-evaluate therapy needs during each visit
- Perform follow-up assessments according to OASIS and PPS regulatory guidelines
- Communicate significant findings, problems, and changes in condition or environment to supervisors, physicians, and care team members
- Initiate patient safety plans using patient, family, and community resources
- Verify Plans of Care before each visit and provide care according to physician’s orders, assessment data, standards, and guidelines
- Write physician orders for additional visits and changes to Plans of Care per agency policy
- Document therapy care and patient goals in therapy notes
- Provide occupational therapy services according to accepted standards of practice and physician certification
- Instruct patients and families in activities of daily living, adaptive equipment, sensory integration, and fine motor coordination
- Assist patients and caregivers in securing necessary equipment, including custom-made splints
- Instruct patients and caregivers in therapy home programs and provide modifications or clarification
- Counsel and instruct patients and families regarding therapy and related needs
- Supervise or provide clinical direction to COTAs, HHAs, and clinical staff
- Report to the Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor, or designee
Requirements
What you’ll need- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
- Current, unrestricted OT license valid for the state of work
- Minimum one (1) year of experience in a clinical care setting
- Able and willing to travel within branch/office coverage area
- Dependable vehicle
- Valid driver’s license
- Current auto insurance in accordance with state laws
- Must be able and willing to travel 50%
- Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
- Full range of body motion including handling, lifting and transfer of patients
- Potentially work irregular hours including call hours if applicable
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive compensation package
- Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff
- Continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
- Opportunities for advancement
- Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(K) with employer match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Family bereavement
- Pet bereavement
- Pet insurance