Home Health Occupational Therapist

Optimal Care•Brighton, MI

6d•$75,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Help people rediscover their ability to do the things that matter most. As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you'll work one-on-one with patients in their homes - teaching new skills, retraining lost abilities, and creating innovative solutions that enable them to regain independence in their daily activities. This role is perfect for a licensed OT who loves the creativity and problem-solving inherent in occupational therapy and wants the time to truly make a difference. You'll assess each patient's unique home environment, adapt treatments to their specific needs, and watch as they regain the ability to dress themselves, cook meals, and participate in the activities that give their lives meaning.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (ACOTE accredited)
Current state license as an Occupational Therapist
Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist
Reliable transportation with valid automobile insurance
Willingness to travel daily for home visits within service area
Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning abilities
Knowledge of medical terminology and home health regulations
Excellent problem-solving and creative thinking skills
Strong verbal and written communication abilities
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Organizational skills and attention to detail
Comfort working in varied home environments
Interpersonal skills for professional interaction with patients, families, and teams

Nice To Haves

Home health experience
Experience with adaptive equipment and home modifications
Knowledge of Medicare home health documentation

Responsibilities

Restore Meaningful Function
Teach new skills or retrain patients in once-familiar daily activities lost due to illness or injury
Provide therapeutic activities designed to restore function and self-care abilities
Demonstrate and teach alternate techniques for completing activities of daily living
Focus on improving fine motor skills, coordination, and cognitive abilities for functional tasks
Work toward patient and caregiver independence as the ultimate goal
Assess and Create Individualized Plans
Conduct comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments of functional level using appropriate tests
Develop and revise treatment plans in consultation with physicians and care team members
Set realistic, measurable goals that address what matters most to each patient
Evaluate home environments and identify modifications to support independence
Assess ongoing care and equipment needs throughout the episode
Provide Adaptive Solutions
Order and/or fabricate orthotic, adaptive, and assistive devices tailored to patient needs
Train patients and families in the use of adaptive equipment and assistive technology
Recommend home modifications and safety equipment to support independence
Teach proper transfer techniques and positioning strategies
Design creative solutions to overcome environmental barriers in the home
Educate and Empower
Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in exercise programs to increase strength and control
Teach energy conservation and work simplification techniques
Provide education on disease prevention and injury management
Counsel families on home rehabilitation procedures and ongoing care needs
Supervise and instruct occupational therapy assistants in patient-specific care plans
Collaborate with the Care Team
Coordinate with physicians, nurses, PTs, MSWs, and other healthcare professionals
Attend and initiate patient care conferences for complex cases
Make referrals to other disciplines when indicated by patient needs
Communicate patient progress, reactions to treatment, and condition changes
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and QAPI activities
Maintain Clinical Excellence
Complete accurate, timely documentation according to agency policies
Monitor and report changes in patient condition to physicians and care managers
Stay current with occupational therapy trends and evidence-based practices
Participate in discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions
Evaluate outcomes of care and adjust treatment approaches accordingly