Occupational Therapist- Home Health Visits

BAYADA Home Health Care; Forest Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist for home health visits in Harford County. The role involves evaluations, intervention plans, and client education, ensuring patients receive high-quality care in their homes. Candidates must hold a Maryland Occupational Therapy license and have at least one year of recent experience. Opportunities for career advancement and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Weekly pay with direct deposit

Scholarship opportunities

One-on-one training

401(k) with company match

Qualifications

• Must possess a current Maryland Occupational Therapy license.
• Prior home care experience preferred.
• Minimum one year of recent Occupational Therapist experience required.

Responsibilities

• Make home visits to clients in designated territories.
• Perform thorough evaluations of patients' functional status.
• Develop individualized intervention plans for clients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Computer skills

Education

Maryland Occupational Therapy license

Accredited occupational therapy program graduation

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Overview

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist, OT for a per diem opportunity performing home health visits for our Harford County Visits office. This office serves adult and geriatric patients on a per visit basis in homes throughout Harford County.

As a home care Occupational Therapist, you will be an integral member of a multidisciplinary health care team that provides rehabilitative care and skilled nursing to clients, affording them the opportunity to receive the medical care required to remain at home.

Responsibilities

• Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
• Perform thorough evaluations of patients’ functional status, including muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, and ADL and IADL performance.
• Assess cognitive, psychological and motor aspects of performance and develop individualized intervention plans to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Evaluate home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living.
• Identify equipment needs and environmental adaptations resulting in enhanced outcomes for clients.
• Continually assess and revise the occupational therapy care plan, and participate with nursing in the multidisciplinary care plan, as appropriate.
• Educate and instruct patients, family members, or other patient representatives in rehabilitative care and activities necessary to promote the client\'s health, safety and independent living.
• Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations pertaining to patient care management and services provided, utilizing a state-of-the-art touch pad tablet.

Qualifications

• A current Maryland Occupational Therapy license.
• Prior home care experience preferred, but not required.
• A minimum of one year of recent work experience as an Occupational Therapist.
• Graduation from an occupational therapy program accredited jointly by the AMA/ACHE and AOTA, as indicated by school transcript or diploma.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Solid computer skills; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.

Benefits & Culture

• Enjoy being part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values.
• Feel confident, safe, and supported with PPE supplies, comprehensive infection prevention protocol, daily pre-screens, and close monitoring of the COVID-19 outbreak.
• Develop your skills with training and scholarship opportunities.
• Advance your career with specially designed career tracks.
• Be recognized and rewarded for your compassion, excellence, and reliability.
• Benefits may include mileage reimbursement; weekly pay and direct deposit; scholarship opportunities; one-on-one training; recognition programs; referral bonuses; 401(k) with company match; and opportunities for career advancement.

BAYADA believes that our clients and their families deserve home health care delivered with compassion, excellence, and reliability. Be part of a caring, professional team that is instrumental in providing the highest quality care while developing your career with an industry leader. Apply now for immediate consideration.

Compliance

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

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BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. We strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.