Occupational Therapist - Home Health Newton, PRN

Responsibilities: Provides skilled occupational therapy in the home setting to patients ranging in age from adolescent through geriatric. Responsible for the overall management and of an assigned case load of patients, coordinating care with multiple disciplines, physicians and community resources to achieve highest level of physical independence. Conducts occupational therapy evaluations and treatments to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability following illness or injury. Practices in compliance with professional knowledge and standards of clinical practice and in accordance with policies and procedures of the agency, laws and regulations of Medicare, Medicaid and other third party payers. Demonstrates professional growth and accountability. Reports to and is supported by the Piedmont Home Health Clinical Manager.

Qualifications: Education Bachelor's Degree in occupational therapy Required Work Experience 1 year experience as a licensed occupational therapist in an acute, outpatient or post-acute setting Required Prior home heatlh experience Preferred Licenses and Certifications OT - Occupational Therapist - Registered Current GA License as Occupational Therapist Upon Hire Required and CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Current CPR certification Upon Hire Required and DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Current valid GA driver's license Upon Hire Required Business Unit: Company Name: Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital