Home Health Occupational Therapy Case Manager

Adara Home Health, Inc.•Cambridge, MN

12d•$70,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapy Case Manager plans and provides skilled occupational therapy services to clients in their homes in accordance with the Plan of Care and company policies and procedures. The role requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill based on psychological, biological, and social service principles. The Occupational Therapist reports directly to the Clinical Supervisor. This is a full-time, Monday–Friday position. The Case Manager manages their schedule during office hours and travels to clients’ homes to provide one-to-one care, with visits that may take one to three hours. The position reports to the Blaine, Minnesota office and serves Cambridge and surrounding cities. The base salary range is $70,000–$100,000 per year, plus productivity compensation and benefits. An up to $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Requirements

Currently licensed as an Occupational Therapist in Minnesota; license must not be revoked or suspended and must have no limitations or restrictions.
Graduate of an AOTA-approved occupational therapy school and currently certified by AOTA to practice occupational therapy.
At least two years of experience in a health care setting or equivalent experience.
Strong interpersonal communication and teaching skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation to travel to multiple business stops each day.
Valid driver’s license and proof of car insurance when using a personal vehicle for company business.
Proof of a negative Mantoux test or documentation of a negative chest X-ray.
U.S. citizenship or evidence of a valid Alien Work Permit.
Disclose convictions and criminal history records pertaining to crimes related to the provision of health services; candidates convicted of such crimes will not be hired.
Pass initial and ongoing background studies and screenings, including those of the Minnesota Department of Health and the Federal Office of the Inspector General’s List of Excluded Individuals and Entities.

Nice To Haves

Home care experience preferred.
Certification with the National Board of Occupational Therapy is strongly recommended.
Current CPR certification is recommended.

Responsibilities

Perform initial and periodic client assessments to determine care needs, implement interventions, and evaluate effectiveness of care.
Establish reasonable treatment goals, maintain current treatment plans, reassess clients, and make recommendations.
Provide occupational therapy treatments, procedures, evaluations, and diagnostic tests under physician direction when therapy has been medically prescribed.
Translate exercises into functional activities or activities of daily living.
Instruct clients in the use and care of special equipment when necessary.
Develop plans for modifying equipment, appliances, and the physical surroundings in clients’ homes.
Prepare clinical and progress notes and report clients’ responses to treatment or changes in condition to physicians and the Area Clinical Manager.
Maintain appropriate records, including visit frequency and client responses.
Instruct and supervise COTAs, HHAs, LPNs, and RNs in therapy programs when appropriate.
Provide in-service education programs for company employees as requested.
Participate in case conferences as indicated.
Provide families with information, support, and encouragement, and instruct them on clients’ home therapy programs.
Help individuals and families accept and adjust positively to physical, mental, and social limitations.
Participate in developing community resources to meet client needs.
Maintain positive and effective communication with employees and others, and participate in the team approach.
Maintain confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, families, and employees.
Maintain a safe client environment and report suspected abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation of vulnerable clients.
Maintain productivity according to guidelines.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.