Occupational Therapist Homecare Dimensions Dallas Texas

UnitedHealth Group•Irving, TX

11d•$71,200 - $127,200

About The Position

WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Occupational Therapist Homecare Dimensions to join our team in Irving, TX. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Registered Occupational Therapist contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement. The OT plans and administers medically prescribed occupational therapy for patients suffering from injuries or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain, and to prevent disability. The OT ensures quality and safe delivery of care in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies. In 2011, WellMed partnered with Optum to provide care to patients across Texas and Florida. WellMed is a network of doctors, specialists and other medical professionals that specialize in providing care for more than 1 million older adults with over 16,000 doctors’ offices. At WellMed our focus is simple. We’re innovators in preventative health care, striving to change the face of health care for seniors. WellMed has more than 22,000+ primary care physicians, hospitalists, specialists, and advanced practice clinicians who excel in caring for 900,000+ older adults. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone. You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Requirements

Graduate of an Occupational Therapy curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education
Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association
Active unrestricted State of Texas license to practice as an Occupational Therapist
Have and maintain current CPR certification
2+ years of appropriate experience as an Occupational Therapist
Demonstrates thorough knowledge of current Occupational Therapy professional standards of care, and state and federal regulations
Valid Texas driver’s license and maintain personal auto insurance coverage in accordance with organization requirement
Demonstrate excellent observation, verbal and written communication and organization skills
Ability to define problem, collect data, establish facts, interpret an extensive variety of technical, medical, regulatory instruction and deal with numerous issues to draw a valid conclusion
Must be able to endure prolonged or considerable walking or standing; lift position or transfer patients in a proximate location; lift supplies and equipment; perform reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling or crouching Visual acuity and hearing, functional or corrected, to perform required job duties
Complies with accepted professional standards and practices
Basic computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Outlook and Other email systems
Must be able to prioritize and communicate objectives clearly
Experience working with an EMR application required
Ability to interact productively with individuals and with multidisciplinary teams
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (must be able to lift and transfer patients from one location to the other, if necessary)
Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 50 pounds of force
Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or machinery
Ability to properly drive and operate a personal/company vehicle
Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing
Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex situations

Nice To Haves

Community/home health experience

Responsibilities

Provide occupational therapy services to patient according to a written physician’s Plan of Care. This may include, but will not be limited to:
Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, participation in the development of the total plan of care and evaluates home environment
Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, activities of daily living, and range of motion - potential for rehab. c. Directing occupational therapy treatment
Instructing patients and/or families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances
Determining priority needs for occupational therapy
Reports to physician patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition
Initiates occupational therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family caregiver members in certain phases of occupational therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the occupational therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences
Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals
Participates in discharge planning for patient
Provide in-service education related to Occupational Therapy to Agency personnel as needed
Participates in peer consultation process
Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) according to Agency policy and state regulations every 30 days. Responsible for the overall performance, coordination and evaluation of the COTA work
Re-evaluates patients, at a minimum, every 30 days
Maintains a productivity standard of 25-30 patient contacts per week
Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care
Maintain clinical competency in occupational therapy practice and theory including maintaining required continuing education as specified by state licensing board
Performs care management duties on patient whose primary skilled service is occupational therapy to include: notifying the physician of changes in the patient’s condition or progress toward goals, attending and documenting case conferences, initiating coordination of care by reporting significant findings to others on the healthcare team, and planning for, notification of and documenting the discharge of the patient
Adheres to the Agency’s Standard Operating Procedures as it relates to the submission of documentation
Evaluates, fits, adjusts and trains patients in use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses and supportive devices such as adaptive equipment, durable medical equipment, splints, etc. to improve function
Advises and consults with patients and caregivers
Recognizes and reports life threatening situations and responds appropriately
Exhibits professionalism and is courteous with all patients, physicians and co-workers
Demonstrates knowledge and observance of the Patient’s Bill of Rights and Notice of Privacy Practices
Follows all infection control standard precautions and safety guidelines/standards as per agency policy
Participates in educational programs and all required in-service programs to maintain comprehensive home care knowledge base, as assigned by supervisor
Complies with all Homecare Dimensions, Inc. Agency’s policies and procedures. Promotes and maintains an agency environment that is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies. Participates in the agency’s endeavors for accreditation, licensing and professional recognition according to state, federal and/or CHAP’s requirements. Participates in the Performance Improvement Program activities of the Agency’s and periodic review of clinical records, as assigned
Communicates with the physician regarding patient needs and reports any changes in patient condition; obtains/receives physician’s orders as required
Communicates with community health related personnel to coordinate the Plan of Care
Coordinates services and schedules with the Clinical Team Manager (CTM) and Clinical Team Coordinator (CTC/Scheduler) to include recommendations for additional home health care services for patients within 1 business day of identifying need
Documents all communications with the patient, family, physician, other disciplines, and appropriate others as indicated on communication notes
Participates in on-call duties within the on-call rotation schedule, to include weekends as assigned
Ensures arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available
Maintains a daily patient case load and point of care documentation levels as per Agency standards
Demonstrates personal responsibility with regard to attendance and punctuality
Maintains privacy and confidentiality with regard to all patient, staff and Agency information
Demonstrates flexibility, enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate while working with others or in place of others, as necessary
Expresses verbal and written communication in a clear, positive and collaborative manner
Ensures that time off is entered in the timecard timely
Promotes the Agency’s image by adhering to the Agency Dress Code
At a minimum, performs quarterly chart audits discipline specific
Assist with QA process, including chart reviews and participation on QAPI team, as requested by director of therapy services
Ensures appropriate visit utilization
Performs all other related duties as assigned