Occupational Therapist

KidsCare Home Health•Nacogdoches, 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, directing patients and caregivers in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, or enhance performance. The role offers flexibility to choose caseload size, patients, and treatment times. KidsCare describes its culture as ethical and supportive, with mentorship, opportunities for internal advancement, and a focus on work-life balance.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
Current state-issued professional license.
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.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

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, family and 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 matters related to therapy.
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 the scope of service.
Maintain an adequate caseload and appropriate productivity.
Participate in proactive 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.