Occupational Therapist OTR/L - Home Health

Job Summary: We are seeking an occupational therapist (OT) to be responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.

Duties and Responsibilities: Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling. Provides patient and caregiver education. Communicates with the physician who is responsible for the home health plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current home health plan of care. 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. Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Teaches new skills or retrains patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy. Fabricates splints and instructs patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function. Trains patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.

Pay Range: $45.00 - $60.00 per hour