Occupational Therapist

KidsCare Home Health•Kaufman, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is a therapist-operated home health company providing therapy services to children with special needs in their homes. The Occupational Therapist evaluates, organizes, and conducts medically prescribed occupational therapy for pediatric patients in the home health setting, directing patients and caregivers in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The role includes patient treatment and family or caregiver support, coordination with office staff and other disciplines, consultation with physicians, and maintenance of appropriate records, supplies, and equipment. KidsCare emphasizes an ethical, therapist-centered environment, work-life balance, customizable caseload sizes and schedules, and mentorship. Therapists may participate in education, quality improvement, professional development, mentoring, and team activities. The position serves patients in diverse indoor residential or childcare settings.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
Current state-issued professional licensure.
Valid state driver license.
CPR certification.
Ability to read and write simple correspondence and speak effectively in small groups.
Strong critical-thinking skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to interpret instructions and solve practical problems involving a variety of concrete variables.
Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
Ability to perform the physical activities described for the role, including standing, walking, reaching, sitting, kneeling, crawling, and using hands and fingers.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric clinical experience.
Home health experience.

Responsibilities

Examine and evaluate pediatric patients and administer remedial treatments.
Provide screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family or caregiver training and counseling about patient status, progress, goals, home programming, and discharge planning.
Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
Communicate with pediatric patients and families about progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to therapy.
Refer patients and family members to appropriate professionals, agencies, and resources.
Consult with physicians about 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 the 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 team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals and share knowledge and skills with colleagues.
Participate in mentoring students and new hires.
Participate in professional organizations and activities.
Use initiative and independent judgment in carrying out job responsibilities.
Serve as a backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
Comply with company policies, practices, and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.