Home Health Occupational Therapist: Restore Independence

Markent Personnel; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Markent Personnel is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality OT services in a home health setting near Greenwich, CT. You will perform assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with physicians and care teams to improve client independence.

The ideal candidate holds an accredited OT degree, state registration, CPR, and at least one year of home health experience; a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum or eligible for the NBCOT.
• Current state licensure/registration as required by state(s) of practice.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a home health setting or equivalent.
• CPR certification.
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills.
• Licensed driver with automobile insured and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Performs occupational therapy assessments, diagnostic tests, skilled treatments, and ongoing evaluation of clients under a medically approved Plan of Care.
• Develops a treatment program and establishes goals for improved function.
• Documents findings, plans, interventions, and client progress per agency guidelines.
• Communicates plans to physician, nursing Case Manager, and other staff through care plan and notes.
• Guides and teaches self-care and activities to improve independence and function.
• Instructs clients and families in client-specific programs and adaptive devices.
• Performs duties in compliance with agency policies and professional standards.
• Attends care conferences and participates in care coordination as needed.
• Serves on the Clinical Record Review Committee.
• Performs other related duties as deemed necessary.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Accredited OT program

Job description

Markent Personnel is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality OT services in a home health setting near Greenwich, CT. You will perform assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with physicians and care teams to improve client independence.

The ideal candidate holds an accredited OT degree, state registration, CPR, and at least one year of home health experience; a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.