Home Health Occupational Therapist: Restore Independence

Jobtome; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence, safety, and quality of life. You will collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care based on physician orders and agency policies.

Responsibilities include delivering OT services under a physician-approved plan of care, documenting timely, and ensuring safety and quality of service.

Qualifications

• ACOTE-accredited OT program required
• Current license to practice occupational therapy in the state
• Driver's license and reliable transportation
• Current CPR certification
• Eligible for NBCOT entry-level certification
• One year of related occupational therapy experience (less than 1 year requires regional mentoring/ residency)

Responsibilities

• Deliver OT services under a physician-approved plan of care
• Ensure plan of care addresses identified problems and documents rationale when not addressed
• Ensure safety and effectiveness of OT service delivery
• Complete timely and accurate documentation
• Supervise home health aide when RN is not active in the case
• Other duties as assigned

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT program

NBCOT eligibility

Job description

Amedisys is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence, safety, and quality of life. You will collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care based on physician orders and agency policies.

Responsibilities include delivering OT services under a physician-approved plan of care, documenting timely, and ensuring safety and quality of service.