Home Care Occupational Therapist

Trinity Health•Watkinsville, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Occupational Therapist for St. Mary’s Home care & Hospice The Occupational Therapist consults, evaluates, plans and administers skilled Occupational Therapy services prescribed by a physician to homebound patients to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability following illness, disease, injury, or surgery. Collaborates with Inter-disciplinary team members to assure patient's needs are met, and quality of care is achieved. When acting as the patient care manager, will manage, oversee and provide primary patient care delivery to a select group of patients supporting the patient centered care model, assuring quality and maintaining open communication. Interacts with any and all members of the care group both internal and external to the organization as needed. About St. Mary Home Care & Hospice St. Mary Home Care & Hospice is a member of Trinity Health At Home, a national home care, palliative care and hospice organization serving communities in twelve states. We are a comprehensive, trusted provider of home care and end-of-life care in the sacred place that people call home. A Catholic-based, non-profit organization, we serve patients and their loved ones with home care (skilled nursing, physical/occupational and speech therapy and medical social work), palliative care, hospice and bereavement services. Our legacy continues with a pioneering, future-thinking care model. We blend clinical expertise with our exclusive Home Care Connect™ virtual care program to help patients achieve their health goals. We have energizing new vision and strategy. Join us and shape the future of healthcare! Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

Current GA licensure in Occupational Therapy
CPR certification required
Bachelor or Master Degree preferred
One year clinical experience and recent home care experience preferred
Graduate of an approved education program Bachelor or Master's preferred
Licensure as a Occupational Therapist in the state of Georgia
One (1) year experience as a professional clinical care
Must have current Driver’s license and reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

Bachelor or Master Degree preferred
One year clinical experience and recent home care experience preferred
Graduate of an approved education program Bachelor or Master's preferred

Responsibilities

consults, evaluates, plans and administers skilled Occupational Therapy services prescribed by a physician to homebound patients to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability following illness, disease, injury, or surgery
Collaborates with Inter-disciplinary team members to assure patient's needs are met, and quality of care is achieved
manage, oversee and provide primary patient care delivery to a select group of patients supporting the patient centered care model, assuring quality and maintaining open communication
Interacts with any and all members of the care group both internal and external to the organization as needed