Occupational Therapist- Home Health

CARE FIRST HOME HEALTH CARE INC•Riverside, CA

11d•$55 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

The occupational therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.

Requirements

Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association
Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association
Licensed as an occupational therapist by the California Board of Occupational Therapy
Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills
Possess and maintains current CPR Certification
Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements

Nice To Haves

For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy
May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy

Responsibilities

Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.).
Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living.
Identifies equipment needs.
Participates in the development of the total plan of care.
Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function.
Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.
May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition.
Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.
Supervises certified occupational therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
Maintains confidentiality of patient and organization information.