Home Care Occupational Therapist

Ecumen; Litchfield, Northern (MN, KY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k with 6% match

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ecumen is seeking an Occupational Therapist for Home Care in Litchfield, MN. This full-time day shift role (8am-4:30pm) focuses on planning and delivering occupational therapy to help patients regain daily living skills and functional independence.

The OT will provide therapies in patients' homes, ensure licensure compliance, and coordinate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other staff. Local travel and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or related field.
• Current OT license or state certification in good standing.
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written formats.
• Ability to follow safety rules, policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Meets patient goals and designs OT treatment plans in consultation with physicians or prescriptions.
• Helps patient develop or regain physical or mental functioning through therapy programs.
• Promotes independence by selecting/constructing therapies to match patient capacity and interests.
• Evaluates progress, documents outcomes, and adjusts plans as needed.
• Completes discharge planning with care team and contributes to care conferences.
• Instructs patients and caregivers in home exercise programs and equipment use.
• Maintains patient records for billing and compliance.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or related field

Licensed OT in good standing

Job description

Ecumen Home Care - Litchfield
Litchfield, MN 55355, USA

• Travel Required : Yes

Description

Home Care Occupational Therapist - Full Time Day Shift 8am-4:30pm Flexible Schedule

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for faciliting development and rehabilitation of patients with mental, emotional and physical disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed occupational therapy.

About Us:

Ecumen is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now, as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living provider, we continue to advocate for those we serve. Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults, while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs.

Opportunity Details:

Schedule: Full Time weekdays Shift 8am-4:30pm

Pay: The targeted pay range for this job is $40.00 - $50.00per hour. Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Benefits: Team members working full-time are eligible for medical, dental, vision, disability, 401k with 6% match, paid time off for Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/ .

• Meets the patient's goals and provides quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results; determining occupational therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians or by prescription.
• Helps patient develop or regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to disabilities by implementing programs involving manual arts and crafts, practice in functional, prevocational, vocational, and homemaking skills, activities of daily living, and sensorimotor, educational, recreational, and social activities.
• Promotes maximum independence by selecting and constructing therapies according to individual's physical capacity, intelligence level, and interest.
• Evaluates results of occupational therapy by observing, documenting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommends and implements adjustments and modifications.
• Completes discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers; contributing to patient care conferences.
• Ensures continuation of therapeutic plan by designing and instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs; recommending and/or providing assistive equipment.
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient record; provides accurate and detailed record of services rendered for billing purposes.
• Supervises and develops the occupational therapy staff to maintains professional and technical knowledge.
• Practices within state licensure requirements and scope of practice.
• Follows guidelines/requirements set by CMS, federal and state regulations and meeting requirements set by other payors (insurance companies).
• Manages and maintains individual license/certification renewals and when applicable other professional certifications.

Driving Requirements: Local Travel and Driver's License Required

Occupational Therapist Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (at minimum) in Occupational Therapy or related field.
• Previous experience in the rehabilitation/therapy field.
• Licensure/Certification: Current license, state certification, or registered as a Occupational Therapist in good standing
• Valid Drivers License, proof of insurance and satisfactory motor vehicle record
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) degree
• 2+ years previous experience in home health, hospice or senior care
• Flexible and adaptable to changing situations including able to work irregular hours, attend meetings and special events.
• Previous supervisory experience.

Travel Required

Yes .

Required

Occupational Therapist

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