Job Description
Job Description
Benefits / Perks
- Flexible Scheduling
- Competitive Compensation
- Careers Advancement
Job Summary
Home health occupational therapy assistants are central to the care team and to maximizing a patients functional potential. Clinicians working in home health are on the front lines of health care and often practice at the top of their license. If you are interested in a changing work environment, seeing patients with a variety of diagnoses, and flexibility in your schedule, home health just may be your best choice!
Responsibilities
Provide physician-prescribed occupational therapy under a plan of care established by the OTProvide evidence-based direct intervention with patients in their place of residenceCommunicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse patient population and co-workersWork under the supervision of an OT :Promptly communicating any patient concerns or changes in status
Consulting with OT with regard to suggested changes in treatmentParticipating in patient and family education as delegated by the OTSubmit required documentation in a timely mannerQualifications
Active State Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant LicenseCurrent CPR with BLS cardValid drivers license, at least state minimum auto insurance, and an operational vehiclePossess or obtain a good understanding of Federal, State, and local laws and regulatory guidelines governing home health operationsGreat organization skills and an ability to work without direct supervisionAbility to remain calm in emergency or crisis situationsComputer / Technology literacy and experience documenting on an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systemPhysical Requirements
Duties require extensive standing, walking, and sittingRequires lifting, positioning, pushing, and / or assistance with transferring patientsRequires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouchingThe above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee in this job. The employee may be asked to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.