Home Health Occupational Therapist

AdventHealth; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (Day One)

Dental insurance (Day One)

Vision insurance (Day One)

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Tavares, FL is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to coordinate home health care for patients, performing evaluations, creating and implementing care plans, and monitoring progress. You will educate patients and families, ensure safety at home, and collaborate with physicians and the care team to optimize outcomes.

Requirements include an OT license, 1+ year of relevant experience, and a willingness to work in a full-time home-based role.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy preferred.
• OT license required and state regulations followed.
• 1+ year of clinical OT experience in home health.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and directs the care of home patients requiring occupational therapy.
• Performs evaluations to assess functional abilities and documents results.
• Prioritizes and manages home care caseloads to meet patient needs.
• Develops and implements patient-specific care plans with goals.
• Delivers direct care, coordinates, delegates, and supervises the team.
• Applies skilled interventions and reassesses outcomes as needed.
• Educates patients and caregivers on therapy techniques and devices.
• Assesses home safety, infection control, and community resources.
• Monitors progress and adjusts care plans to reach goals.
• Participates in interdisciplinary conferences and Quality Improvement.
• Communicates patient status to physicians and managers clearly.
• Maintains accurate documentation of assessments and care plans.

Skills

Delegate tasks

Home care regulations

Occupational therapy theory

Microsoft Office

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree preferred

Occupational Therapy

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development


• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

1000 WATERMAN WAY

City:

TAVARES

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32778

Job Description:

• Coordinates and directs the care of home patients requiring occupational therapy, providing comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.


• Performs evaluations to assess patients' functional abilities, including activities of daily living, and documents results in clinical records.


• Prioritizes and adapts home care caseloads to meet the changing needs of patients and families.


• Develops patient-specific care plans with realistic, measurable goals in consultation with patients, families, and physicians.


• Implements care plans through direct patient care, coordination, delegation, and supervision of the healthcare team.


• Selects and applies skilled interventions to achieve the best outcomes for patients, reassessing as needed.


• Educates patients and caregivers on therapy techniques, use of assistive devices, and home programs.


• Assesses the home environment for safety, infection control, and community resource needs.


• Monitors and documents patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary to achieve goals.


• Participates in interdisciplinary care conferences and quality improvement activities.


• Communicates effectively with physicians, clinical managers, and other healthcare team members regarding patient status and care needs.


• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of all assessments, care plans, interventions, and patient progress.


• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to delegate tasks to appropriate personnel as indicated by skill level and professional standing


• Home Care Regulations and Third-Party Reimbursement as it impacts care delivery


• Demonstrated knowledge of occupational therapy theory, modalities, treatments, and skills


• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.


• Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English.

Education:

• Master's [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• in Occupational Therapy

Work Experience:

• 1+ relevant clinical occupational therapy experience [Required]


• Recent, relevant experience in a Medicare-certified home health agency as a case-manager [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• Education requirements for this position are determined by the licensing or certification standards set forth by the relevant certifying body. Applicants must possess the level of education mandated for eligibility to obtain and maintain the required license or certification.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Occupational Therapist (OT) [Required]


• Driver's License (DL) [Required]


• Auto Insurance [Required]


• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range:

$31.86 - $59.27

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.