| Job ID |
Specialty |
Geographic Location |
City |
State |
Recruiter |
| 2567967 |
Occupational Therapist |
|
East St Louis |
IL |
jobsinmedical.com |
Company Name: jobsinmedical.com
Recruiter Name: Joe Cresci
Contact Phone: 413-732-2666
Job Title: Occupational Therapist - Home Health
In HouseID: JIM-1604
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - Home Health KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The Occupational Therapist provides high-quality, patient-centered care by managing the complete process of occupational therapeutic care of an assigned group of patients, in coordination with the physician and the patient care team. The Occupational Therapist completes patient assessments, and participates in developing and implementing individualized care plans, focusing on goal achievement, patient engagement, and positive patient experience. The Occupational Therapist provides or directs a majority of the patient’s physical therapy to support patients throughout home health and the continuum of care. Qualifications PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS: OT Home Health Expertise Must be computer literate and able maintain simple records in English. Promotes patient/family education using various verbal and written communication techniques that take into account the patients/family's cultural, ethnic and/or personal needs or preferences. Collaborates with the patient/family to learn appropriate self-care techniques. Submits documentation in a timely manner per Agency policy. Knowledgeable of current federal, state and agency regulations concerning patient care, includes incident management and reporting. EXPERIENCE Prefer at least one year of Home Health Care. Comprehensive knowledge of general therapy theory and practice and able to work independently. REQUIREMENTS: 1 Year Home Health Experience Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program Successful completion of the National Certification Examination for Registered Occupational Therapist State license in practicing state Reliable transportation and proof of valid automobile liability insurance Must have valid driver’s license EDUCATION: Must be a graduate of an Occupational Therapy school approved by the Council of Medical Education of the A.M.A. in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association. Preferably should be a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
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