Autonomy-Driven Occupational Therapist – Home Health

ohiohealth; Pickerington (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth in Pickerington, OH is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our home health team. You will provide direct patient care in the home setting with autonomy and a fair weekend rotation.

Work with an interdisciplinary team to achieve patient outcomes, educate patients and families, and assist with discharge planning while maintaining safety and quality standards. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, Ohio license, and BLS; a valid driver's license

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in OT required.
• Ohio OT license required (Licensed Occupational Therapist).
• BLS certification.
• Valid driver's license required for home health assignments.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care in home setting (90% of duties).
• Evaluate motor, cognitive, sensory, and psychosocial function.
• Develop and implement an OT plan of care based on evaluation findings.
• Educate patient and caregiver/family; coordinate discharge planning with the team.
• Supervise COTA and rehab technicians; participate in quality improvement.
• Attend multidisciplinary meetings; orient new staff and provide instruction.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

OhioHealth in Pickerington, OH is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our home health team. You will provide direct patient care in the home setting with autonomy and a fair weekend rotation.

Work with an interdisciplinary team to achieve patient outcomes, educate patients and families, and assist with discharge planning while maintaining safety and quality standards. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, Ohio license, and BLS; a valid driver's license