Jefferson, Occupational Therapist, Home Health
About The Position
Jefferson Health at Home by BAYADA is recruiting a compassionate full-time Home Health Occupational Therapist to serve patients in the Lower Bucks, Pennsylvania area. This is a full-time, pay-per-point position. The therapist provides care in patients’ homes, supporting their transition from hospital discharge to safe, comfortable, independent living with dignity. The role includes home visits within designated geographic territories, evaluation and treatment of functional abilities, development and revision of individualized care plans, assessment of home safety and equipment needs, and education for patients and their families. Home healthcare experience is welcomed but not required; training is provided.
Requirements
- Active, current license to practice as a professional Occupational Therapist in Pennsylvania.
- At least one year of recent work experience as an Occupational Therapist.
- Ability to travel to assigned cases.
- Calm and reassuring presence, active listening skills, excellent assessment skills, and strong written and verbal communication.
- Ability to deliver compassionate, excellent, and reliable patient care.
Nice To Haves
- Previous home healthcare experience; it is welcomed but not required, and training is provided.
Responsibilities
- Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
- Perform thorough evaluations of patients’ functional status, including muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication, and ADL and IADL performance.
- Assess cognitive, psychological, and motor aspects of performance and develop individualized intervention plans.
- Evaluate home environments for hazards or barriers to independent living.
- Identify equipment needs and environmental adaptations to improve client outcomes.
- Continually assess and revise occupational therapy care plans, and participate with nursing in multidisciplinary care planning as appropriate.
- Educate and instruct patients, family members, or other representatives in rehabilitative care and activities that promote health, safety, and independent living.
- Support clients from hospital discharge through safe home living, comfort, independence, and dignity.
Benefits
- Flexible schedules to support work/life balance.
- One-to-one hands-on training supplemented by virtual learning.
- One-to-one direct client care and the ability to advocate for clients’ needs.
- 24/7 clinical support as part of a larger care team.
- PTO and benefits offerings based on commitment level.
- Continued education and training.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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