Occupational Therapist

KidsCare Home Health • Plano, TX

3d

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is an ethical, 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 a home health setting, directing patients and caregivers in tasks to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance.

The company emphasizes work-life balance, allowing therapists to choose caseload size, patients, and treatment times. KidsCare also describes opportunities for promotion and leadership, redesigned mentorship programs, and a focus on guidance and therapist success.

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 orientation and 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 at least 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric clinical experience.
• Home health experience.

Responsibilities

• Examine, evaluate, and administer remedial treatments for pediatric patients.
• Provide screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family or caregiver training and counseling regarding 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 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, 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.
• Share knowledge and skills with others.
• Participate in mentoring students and new hires.
• Participate in professional organizations and activities.
• Use 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

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Professional development funds
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time