Pediatric Occupational Therapist Sign-On Bonus Available

KidsCare Home Health•Colorado Springs, CO

3d•Remote

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is an ethical, therapist owned and operated home health company seeking to immediately hire an Occupational Therapist. KidsCare provides therapy services to children with special needs in the comfort of their own homes. We offer work-life balance, with the ability to choose your caseload size and create your own schedule. Our leadership team recognizes the hard work and dedication of our therapists by promoting from within and offering leadership roles with minimal stress. We have also redesigned our mentorship programs to ensure everyone receives the guidance they desire, as your success is our focus. At KidsCare, we seek individuals who embody the values of our C.A.R.E. culture. In return, we offer a full benefits package.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
Current state-issued professional licensure.
Valid state driver license.
CPR certified.
Ability to read and write in simple correspondence with effective public speaking in small groups.
Excellent critical thinking and critical thinking skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to interpret instruction with the ability to solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables.
Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping and routine database activity.
Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric clinical experience preferred.
Home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, organize, and conduct medically prescribed occupational therapy for pediatric patients within the home health setting.
Direct the patient and the caregiver in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and/or enhance performance.
Examine, evaluate, and administer remedial treatments for pediatric patients.
Provide clinical treatment to patients including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family/caregiver training and counseling regarding status, progress, goals, home programming, and discharge planning.
Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
Maintain appropriate communication with the pediatric patient and family regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
Refer patients and family members to appropriate services including other professionals, agencies, and resources as appropriate.
Consult with physician on patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
Maintain supplies and equipment.
Present at internal and external public education functions which may include periodic in-service presentations.
Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
Attend Continuing Education activities and expand scope of service.
Maintain adequate caseload with appropriate productivity.
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
Collaborate with others through knowledge and skills sharing.
Participate in the mentoring of students and new hires.
Participate in professional organizations and activities.
Demonstrate initiative and independent judgment in performing all job responsibilities.
Serve as the backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.