Occupational Therapist

KidsCare Home Health • Austin, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is an ethical, therapist-owned and 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 a home health setting, directing patients and caregivers in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The role includes clinical care, family and caregiver education, coordination with office staff and other disciplines, and consultation with physicians. KidsCare offers therapists flexibility to choose caseload size, patients, and treatment times, and provides mentorship and opportunities for advancement and leadership.

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 Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including strenuous activities of a therapy nature.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric clinical experience.
• Home health experience.

Responsibilities

• Examine and evaluate pediatric patients and administer remedial treatments.
• Provide clinical treatment, including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, family and caregiver training, and counseling regarding 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 the therapeutic process.
• Refer patients and family members to appropriate professionals, agencies, services, and resources.
• Consult with physicians about patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
• Maintain supplies and equipment.
• Present at internal and external public education functions, which may include 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 proactive team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
• Share knowledge and skills with others.
• Participate in mentoring students and new hires.
• Participate in professional organizations and activities.
• Demonstrate initiative and independent judgment in performing 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.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus available.
• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k).
• Professional development funds.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible caseload size based on lifestyle needs.
• Ability to create a schedule by choosing patients and treatment times.
• Mentorship and guidance.
• Opportunities for internal promotion and leadership roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time