In-Home Occupational Therapist: Restore Mobility & Independence

ILOTA; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Recognition programs

Equity stock purchase program

401k contribution

Job summary

Caretenders, part of LHC Group, is hiring an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide in-home therapy to patients in Kentucky, helping them regain function and independence. You will follow a plan of care, work under supervision, and collaborate with nurses and physicians to optimize outcomes.

We value compassionate care, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a home setting. Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth are available.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising OT.
• Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant and according to the state laws governing occupational therapy assistants.
• Observes, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition.
• Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant.

Skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Caretenders, part of LHC Group, is hiring an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide in-home therapy to patients in Kentucky, helping them regain function and independence. You will follow a plan of care, work under supervision, and collaborate with nurses and physicians to optimize outcomes.

We value compassionate care, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a home setting. Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth are available.