Occupational Therapist - Full Time
About The Position
The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides patient-centered skilled occupational therapy services in patients’ homes throughout Columbia, Tennessee, and surrounding communities. The OT evaluates patients, develops individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and physician orders, and delivers interventions to improve functional independence, safety, and quality of life. The role includes assessing home environments, educating patients and caregivers, monitoring progress, documenting care, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team. The therapist may supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as applicable. The position is described as full-time, with a flexible weekday schedule and hours based on patient census and availability. Services are delivered independently in a variety of residential settings, and frequent local travel is required. The role requires adapting treatment to home conditions and supporting patient safety and therapeutic goals.
Requirements
- Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
- Current Tennessee Occupational Therapist (OT) license.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance.
- Ability to travel throughout the Columbia service area.
- Strong understanding of occupational therapy principles, assessments, and treatment techniques.
- Ability to independently evaluate patient needs and develop effective treatment plans.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with the interdisciplinary team.
- Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.
- Compassionate and patient-focused approach to care.
- Ability to lift, transfer, reposition, and assist patients as necessary.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach throughout the workday.
- Ability to safely transport therapy equipment and supplies.
- Ability to navigate various residential environments.
Nice To Haves
- Previous home health experience.
- Experience working with adult and geriatric populations.
- Experience with OASIS documentation and Medicare home health regulations.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients and develop individualized occupational therapy treatment plans based on clinical findings and physician orders.
- Provide skilled interventions to improve activities of daily living, functional mobility, strength, coordination, balance, cognition, and fine motor skills.
- Assess home environments and recommend modifications, adaptive equipment, and safety interventions to promote independence and reduce fall risk.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers about treatment goals, exercises, home safety, and adaptive strategies.
- Assess patient progress regularly and modify treatment plans as appropriate.
- Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to support patient outcomes.
- Participate in interdisciplinary care planning, case conferences, team meetings, and continuing education activities as needed.
- Supervise and direct Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in accordance with state and federal regulations, when applicable.
- Follow applicable federal, state, and local regulations and professional standards.
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Job Type
Full-time
