Occupational Therapist

KidsCare Home Health•Forest Grove, OR

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 a home health setting, directing patients and caregivers in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The role includes family and caregiver training, care coordination, documentation, and communication about patient progress and treatment plans. KidsCare highlights its therapist-operated and ethically centered approach, work-life balance, flexible caseload sizes and scheduling, mentorship, and opportunities for internal advancement.

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 perform moderate physical activity, including strenuous activities of a therapy nature, and lift at least 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric clinical experience.
Home health experience.

Responsibilities

Examine and evaluate pediatric patients and administer remedial treatments.
Provide clinical services, including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family or 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 regarding 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 others.
Mentor students and new hires.
Participate in professional organizations and activities.
Use initiative and independent judgment in performing job responsibilities.
Provide backup services for other caseloads as needed.
Comply with company policies, practices, and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.