Occupational Therapist

KidsCare Home Health • Jacksonville, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is a therapist-owned and 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 the home health setting, and directs patients and caregivers in tasks to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance.

The role offers the ability to choose caseload size, patients, and treatment times. KidsCare describes its culture as ethically centered and focused on work-life balance, mentorship, and promoting from within. The position also participates in team and company initiatives, including quality improvement, education, mentoring, and collaboration.

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 computers, including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including strenuous therapy-related activities, and 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 clinical treatment, including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family or caregiver training and counseling on patient status, progress, goals, home programming, and discharge planning.
• Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
• Communicate with pediatric patients and families regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other therapeutic-process issues.
• 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 proactive team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
• Collaborate with others by sharing knowledge and skills.
• Participate in mentoring students and new hires.
• Participate in professional organizations and activities.
• Demonstrate 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