Occupational Therapist

KidsCare Home Health • Forney, TX

4d • 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 the home health setting, directing patients and caregivers in tasks that restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The company emphasizes work-life balance, therapist mentorship and guidance, internal promotion, and opportunities to develop professionally. Therapists can choose their caseload size, patients, and treatment times.

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.
• Critical-thinking skills.
• Detail orientation and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret instructions and solve practical problems involving a variety of concrete variables.
• Computer proficiency, 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 activities, 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 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 about progress, problems, home programs, and other matters related to therapy.
• 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 events, 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 and appropriate productivity.
• Participate in team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
• Share knowledge and skills with colleagues.
• 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.

Benefits

• Full benefits package, including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k).
• Professional development funds.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Mentorship and guidance programs.
• Flexible choice of caseload size, patients, and treatment times.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time