Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT) Douglas County
About The Position
Embark on a new career path where therapy is customized to a patient’s life and outcomes are optimized. As a Home Health OT, you’ll help patients regain their independence and learn to perform everyday activities in the comfort and familiarity of home. Interim HealthCare of Atlanta, GA is seeking a Home Care Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team. Work a flexible schedule maintaining a healthy work/life balance while receiving top notch pay. Interim HealthCare® is the nation’s first home care company and leading employer of Home Health OTs. We understand the importance of personalized therapy to patients in need of creative strategies to make daily activities easier. As a Home Health OT, you’ll help people get back to the things they love in the place where life is lived. If this ignites your passion for therapy, you are made for this!
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in GA
- Minimum of 1 year of occupational therapy experience in home healthcare
- HCHB charting experience
- CPR certification, negative tb screening or chest x-ray
- Drivers license, reliable transportation & auto insurance
- Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
- Good clinical judgment /proficiency, strong communication skills, dexterity and compassion
- Able to pass federal and state required criminal / abuse background checks and drug screen
Responsibilities
- Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to an illness or injury
- Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT and SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and personal goals
- Assess patient, observe deficits, establish therapy goals and document progress
- Assist patient with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination
- Suggest adaptive equipment such as grab bars and shower chairs to offer added support
- Assess fall risks and introduce strategies to improve home safety
- Educate patient and family on plan of care, exercises, goals and self-care
Benefits
- Best pay rates in town
- 1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes
- Flexible schedule, autonomy and work-life balance
- Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University
- Online training courses to promote growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
