Occupational Therapist

NPAworldwide; Elizabethtown (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to conduct comprehensive in-home assessments, evaluate physical, cognitive, and functional abilities, and establish individualized plans of care for clients in the Lancaster area.

You will develop ADL and IADL focused treatment plans, modify homes for safety, educate families, document progress using tablets, and collaborate with physicians, nurses and therapists to ensure seamless, compliant care.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques for complex neurologic injury.
• Experience in home health, medical-surgical, or rehabilitation settings.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist with state license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-home assessments of physical, cognitive, and functional abilities and establish individualized care plans.
• Develop and implement ADL/IADL-focused treatment plans with short- and long-term goals.
• Assess home environment and recommend safety adaptations and adaptive equipment.
• Deliver interventions addressing self-care, mobility, cognition, and functional recovery.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques and home exercise programs.
• Complete timely clinical documentation including OASIS, progress notes, and discharge summaries via tablet-based platform.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, PTs, SLPs, and other team members for coordinated care.
• Supervise COTAs as applicable and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Skills

Rehabilitation techniques

Home health experience

Tablet-based documentation

Education

Master of Occupational Therapy

Tools

Tablet-based platform

Job description

• Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments to evaluate patients' physical, cognitive, and functional abilities and establish individualized plans of care.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans targeting activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental ADLs, with short- and long-term goals aligned to each patient's needs.
• Assess the home environment and recommend modifications, adaptive equipment, and safety improvements to promote independence and reduce fall risk.
• Deliver skilled therapeutic interventions focused on self-care, mobility, strength, cognition, and functional recovery including for patients with complex neurologic diagnoses.
• Educate patients, caregivers, and family members on therapeutic techniques, home exercise programs, and strategies to support ongoing independence.
• Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation including OASIS assessments, progress notes, and discharge summaries using tablet-based platform.
• Monitor patient progress continuously and adjust treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal functional outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate seamless patient care.
• Supervise and delegate appropriately to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as applicable.
• Ensure all care is delivered in compliance with agency policies, state regulations, and Medicare/Medicaid standards.

Job Description

• Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments to evaluate patients' physical, cognitive, and functional abilities and establish individualized plans of care.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans targeting activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental ADLs, with short- and long-term goals aligned to each patient's needs.
• Assess the home environment and recommend modifications, adaptive equipment, and safety improvements to promote independence and reduce fall risk.
• Deliver skilled therapeutic interventions focused on self-care, mobility, strength, cognition, and functional recovery including for patients with complex neurologic diagnoses.
• Educate patients, caregivers, and family members on therapeutic techniques, home exercise programs, and strategies to support ongoing independence.
• Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation including OASIS assessments, progress notes, and discharge summaries using tablet-based platform.
• Monitor patient progress continuously and adjust treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal functional outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate seamless patient care.
• Supervise and delegate appropriately to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as applicable.
• Ensure all care is delivered in compliance with agency policies, state regulations, and Medicare/Medicaid standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurologic injury
• Experience with home health, medical-surgical, or rehabilitation center environment

Required Certifications and Licensures:

• Masters degree in Occupational Therapy or the equivalent with license or certificate within the state providing services
• At least two years of experience working independently under minimal supervision
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

If you are committed to enhancing patient mobility and quality of life through compassionate care and innovative therapeutic methods, we invite you to apply. Be a vital part of promoting patient independence and improving their well-being in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Salary Type: Annual Salary

Salary Min: $ 89000

Salary Max: $ 109000

Currency Type: USD