Home Health Occupational Therapist - Restore Function

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Flat Rock (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine is seeking an Occupational Therapist for home health to evaluate, plan, and administer comprehensive therapy in patients' homes. The role focuses on restoring function through rehabilitative OT as prescribed by a physician.

The incumbent will manage OT caseloads, complete clinical documentation per guidelines, and adjust treatment plans as patient conditions evolve.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy (AOTA approved).
• Current NC OT license.
• Minimum 2 years OT experience; home health preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Manages an occupational therapy caseload with efficiency and efficacy.
• Completes clinical documentation in the medical record per department guidelines and completes department records for billing and statistics. Performs accurate assessments and documentation for evaluations, OASIS, discharge, and regular visits.
• Manages resources needed to perform OT treatment plan to accomplish the goals set for the patient. Provides, modifies, or discontinues occupational therapy based upon an ongoing assessment/reassessment of the patient’s clinical status in accordance with physician orders
• Selects and performs appropriate Occupational Therapy (OT) evaluation procedures to identify and assess problems. Sets treatment goals and devises a treatment plan. Re-evaluates and adjusts the treatment plan in response to the patient's changing condition and discharge plans.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine is seeking an Occupational Therapist for home health to evaluate, plan, and administer comprehensive therapy in patients' homes. The role focuses on restoring function through rehabilitative OT as prescribed by a physician.

The incumbent will manage OT caseloads, complete clinical documentation per guidelines, and adjust treatment plans as patient conditions evolve.