In-Home Occupational Therapist - Empower Independence

Westhill Newnan Crossing; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Westhill Newnan Crossing in Tampa, FL is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide skilled OT services in patients' homes on an intermittent basis, following physician orders.

You will conduct initial and ongoing assessments including OASIS, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and educate patients and families on therapy plans and assistive devices. Qualified candidates must have ACOTE accreditation, NBCOT certification, FL license, CPR, and 1 year institutional experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of ACOTE-accredited OT program.
• NBCOT certification completed or eligible.
• Florida license required.
• At least 1 year institutional experience.
• Criminal background check required.
• Current CPR certification required (online not accepted).

Responsibilities

• Assist physician in evaluating function using diagnostic and prognostic procedures.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments including OASIS.
• Assess home and family to plan instruction and services needed.
• Ensure physician orders are appropriate and discuss changes.
• Develop and implement interdisciplinary OT care plan with physician.
• Guide patient in self-care and activities to improve independence.
• Instruct on use of wheelchairs, braces, splints, prosthetics, and orthotics.
• Teach and counsel family and patient in the OT program at home.
• Set goals based on current functioning and reassess as needed.
• Arrange outpatient services when procedures require it.
• Prepare progress notes within 48 hours of visit.
• Regularly communicate with physician and team members.
• Supervise Home Health Aide and OT Assistant per policy.
• Participate in agency activities and meetings.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT program

NBCOT certification

AOTA member preferred

Florida license

1 year institutional experience

Criminal background check

CPR certification

Job description

Westhill Newnan Crossing in Tampa, FL is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide skilled OT services in patients' homes on an intermittent basis, following physician orders.

You will conduct initial and ongoing assessments including OASIS, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and educate patients and families on therapy plans and assistive devices. Qualified candidates must have ACOTE accreditation, NBCOT certification, FL license, CPR, and 1 year institutional experience.