Occupational Therapist Per Diem Home Care
About The Position
The Occupational Therapist evaluates, plans, directs, and administers occupational therapy programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence. The role assesses patient conditions based on referring physician diagnoses and develops and updates plans of care in collaboration with patients and families. Through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education, the Occupational Therapist facilitates everyday living, improves quality of life, and helps patients regain or maintain independence and lead active lives. This is a per diem home care position requiring travel to patient care assignments and the ability to work at various locations. The schedule is a minimum of 24 hours per month, with variable days and hours, on the day shift. The position is onsite in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Less than one year of experience; successfully completed clinical experiences required by the school program.
- Demonstrated sound clinical reasoning in synthesizing evaluation data and identifying treatment diagnoses.
- Ability to work at various locations on a per diem basis.
- Knowledge of occupational therapy techniques.
- Ability to communicate with patients, families, and coworkers in a friendly, supportive manner.
- Ability to provide safe, compassionate, and competent occupational therapy treatments.
- Ability to travel to patient care assignments.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification, required upon hire.
- Pennsylvania licensed Occupational Therapist, required upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy.
- One year of clinical experience is required for Home Care.
Responsibilities
- Establish and implement appropriate occupational therapy plans of care to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum performance level.
- Deliver individualized, evidence-based therapy, including therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, and modalities.
- Provide occupational therapy treatment consistent with the patient's assessed needs.
- Reassess patients when indicated and modify occupational therapy plans accordingly.
- Communicate patient progress and physical limitations to supervisors, physicians, and other team members.
- Develop and implement plans of care that address age-specific and population-specific needs using a developmental and patient- and family-directed approach.
- Provide supervision in accordance with regulatory requirements, as appropriate.
- Establish treatment plans with measurable goals and time frames.
- Provide cost-effective care in accordance with departmental billing guidelines.
- Complete and submit documentation in accordance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
