Occupational Therapist - Full-Time / Part-Time or Per-Diem

Home & Health Care Management•Chico, CA

4d•$55 - $65•Remote

About The Position

Home & Health Care Management is the oldest home health care agency in Northern California. Our agency specializes in delivering comprehensive in-home care and case management for older adults, children, and those living with disabilities across many counties. We use a matrix of Medi-Cal, Medicare and targeted health programs to find solutions that work for our clients. This role comprises 100% travel within our service region, specifically to patients' homes in Butte County, Shasta County, and Yuba Sutter counties and surrounding communities. We are hiring for Full-Time (40 hours per week, M-F, 8am-5pm) or Part-Time/Per-Diem (10-20 hours per week) roles, with the possibility of expanded hours in the future.

Requirements

One year experience as a home health care provider
Current California State license as an Occupational Therapist and stays updated through independent study and continuing education
Current CPR certification
Valid California Driver’s License
Eligible to be insured under our liability policy with a clean DMV report
Your own vehicle and proof of current auto insurance
COVID vaccinated or have an exemption
Demonstrated technical competence and accountable for work output.
Demonstrates proficiency in performing occupational therapy procedures and modalities and in assessing the effects of these
Demonstrates sensitivity with patient, family, and their medical team
Ability to work with others, at all levels within the organization, and collaborate effectively.
Above-average interpersonal, problem-solving, and written and oral communication skills.
Professional behavior when on duty
Ability to maintain patient records and able to organize daily schedule

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients upon physician diagnosis
Assess patient and identify deficits impacting self-care, functional mobility, behavior, cognition and patient’s ability to function in their life’s role
Deliver occupational therapy to patients in their own homes
Help patients improve their motor skills, coordination, and balance through therapeutic exercises and activities
Assist patients in developing or regaining daily living skills, such as dressing, bathing, and eating
Teach patients how to use adaptive equipment and assistive devices to enhance their independence
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, nurses, social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists, to coordinate patient care
Monitor and document patients' progress during therapy sessions