Occupational Therapist Per Diem Home Care

Lehigh Valley Health Network•Allentown, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist (OT) evaluates, plans, directs, and administers programs of Occupational Therapy (OT) to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence in a home care setting. This role involves providing assessments based on physician diagnoses, developing and updating individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients and families, and facilitating participation in everyday living. The therapist improves quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education to help individuals regain or maintain their independence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
Less than 1 year of successfully completed clinical experiences as required by the school program
Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning in synthesizing data gathered in the evaluation and identifying treatment diagnoses
Ability to work at various locations per diem
Knowledge of occupational therapy techniques
Ability to communicate with patients, family, and co-workers in a friendly, supportive manner
Ability to provide safe, compassionate, and competent occupational therapy treatments
Ability to travel to patient care assignments (Home Care)
American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania upon hire
OT - Licensed Occupational Therapist - State of Pennsylvania upon hire

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
Doctorate in Occupational Therapy
1 year clinical experience required for Home Care

Responsibilities

Establishes and implements appropriate occupational therapy plans of care to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum performance level.
Implements an individualized treatment plan through the use of skilled evidence-based therapy techniques such as therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, and modalities.
Provides occupational therapy treatment consistent with the patient's needs assessment.
Performs reassessment when indicated and modifies occupational therapy plans accordingly.
Communicates patient progress and physical limitations to a supervisor, physician, and other team members.
Implements an occupational therapy plan of care to individuals based on age-specific and population-specific needs utilizing a developmental and patient-family-directed approach.
Provides supervision in accordance with regulatory requirements, as appropriate.
Establishes an occupational therapy treatment plan with measurable goals and time frames.
Provides cost-effective care in accordance with departmental billing guidelines.
Completes and submits all documentation based on policies/standards and regulatory requirements.