Lead Occupational Therapist

KidsCare Home Health

1d•Remote

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is an ethical, therapist owned and operated home health company seeking to immediately hire a Lead Occupational Therapist. KidsCare provides therapy services to children with special needs in the comfort of their own homes. The company emphasizes work-life balance and offers opportunities for growth through internal promotion and leadership roles with minimal stress. They have redesigned mentorship programs to focus on individual success and seek individuals who embody the organization's C.A.R.E. culture. In return, KidsCare offers a full benefits package.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
Current state-issued professional licensure.
Valid state driver license.
CPR Certification.
One (1) year of pediatric clinical experience required.
Ability to read and write in simple correspondence with effective public speaking in small groups.
Excellent critical thinking and critical thinking skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to interpret instruction with the ability to solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables.
Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping and routine database activity.
Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, organize, and conduct medically prescribed occupational therapy for pediatric patients in a home health setting.
Direct patients and caregivers in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and/or enhance performance.
Assist the Clinical Manager in overseeing, directing, and developing other Occupational Therapists.
Provide leadership and oversight to team members through routine site visits.
Lead and mentor others through knowledge and skills sharing.
Examine, evaluate, and administer remedial treatments for pediatric patients.
Provide clinical treatment including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family/caregiver training and counseling regarding status, progress, goals, home programming, and discharge planning.
Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
Maintain appropriate communication with pediatric patients and families regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
Refer patients and family members to appropriate services, professionals, agencies, and resources.
Consult with physicians on patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
Maintain supplies and equipment.
Present at internal and external public education functions, including periodic in-service presentations.
Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
Attend Continuing Education activities and expand scope of service.
Maintain an adequate caseload with appropriate productivity.
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
Actively participate in professional organizations and activities.
Demonstrate initiative and independent judgment in performing all job responsibilities.
Serve as the backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.