Home Health Occupational Therapist

Ohio Living; Ohio; Presencial; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ohio Living is seeking an Occupational Therapist for home health and hospice services in the Greater Cleveland area. You will conduct OT evaluations and provide in-home treatments, educate patients and families, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, safe care.

The role requires an Ohio license, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel to patient homes. New graduates are welcome to apply as part of our committed care team.

Formación

• Current unencumbered Ohio OT license required.
• One year experience in hospital, long-term care facility, or home health preferred; new graduates welcome.
• Experience in geriatric care and occupational therapy.
• Must read/write/speak English.
• Valid driver's license and insurability under liability policies as per insurer.

Responsabilidades

• Care management and service delivery, including initiating orders and formulating treatment plans with physicians.
• Perform OT evaluations and home-based treatments per physician orders.
• Educate patients and families on exercises, safety, and self-care activities.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and discharge planning.
• Maintain patient records in EMR and paper charts per regulations.
• Provide guidance to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and support staff.

Conocimientos

Geriatric care

Home health care

Patient education

Care planning

Educación

Ohio OT license

Herramientas

EMR device

Descripción del empleo

Home Health Occupational Therapist# Ohio Living Careers## Home Health Occupational TherapistApply: Ohio Living Home Health & Hospice - Greater Cleveland: Other: Posted Today: 2026-36208It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!Our intention is to have employees who are passionate about making their personal mission statement come to life each day at work! Be it through providing healing, eradicating loneliness, contributing to efficiencies, streamlining processes, being dependable, sparking creativity or something else, the demonstration of HOW you do your job is just as important as WHAT you do in your job.Alongside our valued employees, we are making a difference throughout the state of Ohio in the lives of those that need healthcare or those embracing the next chapter of their lives. Sustained members of our team demonstrate accountable behavior and share our values of customer service, innovation, integrity, financial stewardship, leadership and care.The Occupational Therapist performs occupational therapy evaluations and treatments as ordered by qualified physicians in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.**Essential Activities and Tasks****Care Management and Service Delivery - 60%*** Initiates contact with physician for orders and treatment plan formulation and/or revision as the patient’s condition requires.* Participates in the development and implementation of the patient OASIS assessments, Evaluations, and discharge OASIS documentation.* Performs physical therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician, evaluating and treating patients by applying appropriate therapy techniques and modalities in patient’s home environment.* Recommends modifications or changes in the patients’ Plan of Care based on evaluation of their progress toward the patients goals.* Educates/instructs/recommends patient, family members and other health team members of the proper techniques, for exercise program, precautions and self care activities to assure safety for caregivers and patient.* Participates in the interdisciplinary team meeting by exchanging team information on the progress and discharge plan in order to provide the highest level of continuity of care for the patient.* Communicates with patient, family members, patients’ advocate(s), caregivers and physicians on progress and discharge plan on a regular basis.* Conducts home visits to implement the patient’s Plan of Care in use of therapeutic and self care activities for the purpose of improving function and safety in order to allow the patient to return home at their highest level of function and independence.* Participates in discharge planning by exchanging information with staff members, family members and physician to promote continuity of patient care, in accordance with corporate policies, federal, state and local guidelines.* Ensures that all work areas, treatment areas and equipment are maintained in a clean, sanitary and safe manner.**Administration and Reporting - 20%*** Maintains current and accurate patient records through use of personal EMR device, and paper/chart documentation in accordance with company, federal, state, and local guidelines.**People Management and Development - 10%*** Coaches and influences the work of the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) regarding the performance expectations of their position.* Fosters a positive work environment that attracts, retains, and motivates employees.* Interviews, selects, and orients new employees.* Defines, establishes, and promotes performance expectations so staff understands and demonstrates excellence through high quality and consistent performance.* Evaluates job performance of staff in accordance with the company policy and procedure and provides developmental guidance to staff for improved performance and growth.* Monitors accountability with organization requirements prescribed by the Employee Handbook.* Participates in the development, planning, scheduling, conducting, and monitoring of in-service training programs, on-the-job training, and orientation programs for departmental staff.* May assist to ensure that there is a reasonable and sufficient plan for staffing should a direct report be absent or a position be vacant.* Responds timely and thoughtfully to questions, requests, and work product from departmental staff that has been provided for review and approval.**Quality, Compliance and Risk Management - 10%*** Maintains compliance with all standards, regulations and rules pertinent to services provided.* Respects confidential information and follows all company policies and procedures.All other duties as assigned.**Qualifications**Education* Current unencumbered license for the state of Ohio to practice as an Occupational Therapist (OT) required.Experience* One year experience as an Occupational Therapist in a hospital, long-term care facility, or home health agency preferred. New graduates welcome.* Experience in the care of geriatric and occupational therapy patients required.* Knowledge of treatment modalities.Other Requirements* Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.* Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Must be insurable under professional liability and crime coverage policies as specified by insurance carrier underwriting standards.**Working Conditions and Special Requirements*** Sitting - Up to 8 hours/day* Standing - Up to 5 hours/day* Walking - Up to 2 hours/day* Driving - Up to 4 hours/day* Lifting, transferring, pushing or pulling residents/patients or equipment/supplies. - Up to 50 pounds* Overnight travel - Minimal* Work weekends, evenings, and holidays. - As Scheduled* May be exposed to infectious waste, disease conditions, etc., including AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. - Workday* Subject to residents/patients with various disease processes. - Occasional* Risk Category for Exposure to Bloodborne Diseases - I