Home Care Occupational Therapist

Trinity Health Corp.; Connecticut; Presencial; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

1st Day medical coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability

PTO + 7 holidays

403B retirement plan

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral incentives

Orientation and professional dev

Descripción de la vacante

Trinity Health Of New England At Home is seeking a Home Care Occupational Therapist to provide professional OT services in patients' private homes within the Hartford region. This 100% home care role emphasizes independence, safety, and function, with mileage reimbursement and Day 1 benefits.

The ideal candidate will have OT education accredited by the AMA/AOTA, NBCOT eligibility, and Connecticut OT registration, plus a minimum of one year of experience, preferably in home healthcare, and a

Formación

• Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the AMA Council on Medical Education and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Eligible for the NBCOT National Registration Examination.
• Registration by the NBCOT and registration to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Connecticut.
• Must be able to function in an environment with minimal direct supervision and maintain professional relationships.
• Minimum of one year experience; home healthcare experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Prioritize visit content and plan visits based on client needs.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable laws, ethics, and agency policies.
• Assess clients at admission and required time points, determine needs for home care.
• Develop assessment-based treatment plans with physician and client; revise as needed.
• Refer for evaluations and coordinate care with other disciplines.
• Utilize interview and evaluation to inform interventions and recommendations.
• Evaluate home environment and recommend household management adjustments.
• Initiate preventive, therapeutic, and rehabilitative procedures per plan of treatment.
• Instruct client and family to promote health, safety, and independence.

Conocimientos

Client-centered care

Home care coordination

Educación

OT curriculum graduate

NBCOT eligibility

Connecticut OT registration

Descripción del empleo

Employment Type

Full time Shift:

Description

Home Care Occupational Therapist

Location: Hartford Region

Status: Full Time, no nights, weekends or on call requirements

Incentive: Day 1 Benefits

Position Purpose

Provides professional occupational therapy services to the agency's clients in accordance with the plan of care as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with the state's professional practice act for occupational therapy and any applicable licensure/certification requirements.

Position Details

This position is 100% home care providing services in patients' private homes.

Mileage reimbursement provided.

What you will do

• Effectively and efficiently prioritizes visit content and plans visits based on client
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, the Organizational Integrity Program, Code of Ethics, as well as agency policies and procedures and adheres in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior.
• Accurately assesses clients at admission, at required time points, and as needed, utilizing appropriate standardized documentation. Assesses the client's condition and needs and determines the agency's ability to meet those needs in the home care setting.
• Develops appropriate assessment-based plan of treatment with physician and client. Plan includes attainable episode goals and agency services needed to improve and/or stabilize client's medical condition and promote independence. Participates in timely revision of the plan of treatment as appropriate.
• Makes appropriate referrals for evaluation/care to other disciplines and services, and coordinates care with others to ensure effective and efficient care is provided.
• Utilizes interview, observation and evaluation in assessing clients and applies professional judgment, consistent with practice standards, in formulating interventions and making recommendations to the physician and client.
• Evaluates the home environment and makes recommendations for the establishment of effective household management.
• Initiates and implements appropriate preventive, therapeutic and rehabilitative procedures and techniques in accordance with the plan of treatment.
• Assists and instructs client and family members in activities and concepts to promote the client's health, safety, and independent function.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Eligible for the National Registration Examination of the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Registration by the NBCOT and registration to practice as an Occupational Therapist in state of Connecticut.
• Must be able to function in an environment with minimal direct supervision, accepting personal responsibility for maintaining professional relationships with the agency's clients and their families
• Must accept responsibility for maintaining clinical practice skills, learning and adhering to agency's policies and procedures on an on-going basis.
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year experience.
• Home healthcare experience preferred.
• Must have current Driver's license and reliable transportation to and from work site.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages available including 1st Day medical coverage, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) package plus 7 additional paid holidays
• 403B Retirement plan with generous matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5250 a year and mileage reimbursement.
• Ability to earn incentives through our Employee Referral program.
• Comprehensive Orientation and professional development opportunities

Ministry/Facility Information

Trinity Health Of New England At Home provides Mission-driven, people-centered care in communities we serve.

We are recognized for our alternative services programs to support patients with complex disease management needs.

With new strategy, vision and technology, we are growing and shaping the future of healthcare!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, perso