Home Health Occupational Therapist

Adara Home Health, Inc.•Owatonna, MN

10d•$70,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist plans and provides skilled occupational therapy services to clients in their homes in accordance with the Plan of Care and company policies and procedures. The role requires substantial specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill based on psychological, biological, and social service principles. The Occupational Therapist reports directly to the Clinical Supervisor. This full-time or part-time position offers a flexible schedule during office hours, Monday through Friday. The therapist travels to clients’ homes to provide one-to-one care, with visits that may last 1–3 hours per client. The position reports to the Mankato, Minnesota office and provides services in Owatonna, Faribault, and surrounding cities.

Requirements

Current Minnesota Occupational Therapist license without revocation, suspension, limitations, or restrictions.
Graduate of an AOTA-approved occupational therapy school and currently certified by AOTA to practice occupational therapy.
At least two years of experience in a health care setting or equivalent experience.
Strong interpersonal communication and teaching skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation to travel to multiple company business stops each day.
Valid driver’s license and proof of car insurance when using a personal vehicle for company business.
Proof of negative Mantoux test or documentation of a negative chest x-ray.
U.S. citizenship or evidence of a valid Alien Work Permit.
Disclosure of convictions and criminal history records related to the provision of health services; candidates convicted of such crimes will not be hired.
Pass initial and ongoing background studies and screenings, including those of the Minnesota Department of Health and the Federal Office of the Inspector General’s List of Excluded Individuals and Entities.

Nice To Haves

Home care experience preferred.
Certification with the National Board of Occupational Therapy is strongly recommended.
Current CPR certification is recommended.

Responsibilities

Administer occupational therapy evaluations and participate in developing the Plan of Care.
Establish reasonable treatment goals, keep treatment care plans current, reassess clients, and make recommendations.
Provide occupational therapy treatments, procedures, evaluations, and diagnostic tests for clients under physician direction when therapy has been medically prescribed.
Translate exercises into functional activities or activities of daily living.
Instruct clients in the use and care of special equipment when necessary.
Develop plans for modifying equipment, appliances, and the physical surroundings in clients’ homes.
Prepare clinical and progress notes and report clients’ treatment responses or changes in condition to the physician and Area Clinical Manager.
Maintain appropriate records, including visit frequency and client responses.
Instruct and supervise COTAs, HHAs, LPNs, and RNs in therapy programs when appropriate.
Provide in-service education programs for company employees as requested.
Participate in case conferences as indicated.
Provide families with information, support, and encouragement, and instruct them on home therapy programs.
Assist individuals and families in accepting and adjusting positively to physical, mental, and social limitations.
Participate in developing community resources to meet clients’ needs.
Maintain positive and effective communication with employees and others and participate in the team concept.
Maintain confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, families, and employees.
Maintain a safe client environment and report suspected vulnerable client abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation to the office.
Maintain productivity according to guidelines.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.