Occupational Therapist

Dhillon Healthcare Group; Madera, Fresno (CA, CA); On-site; USD 75,768 - 96,432; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Continued education

Supportive and friendly work environment

Flexible schedule

Competitive pay

Job summary

Dhillon Healthcare Group is looking for a part-time Occupational Therapist to provide personalized care in patients' homes throughout Madera, CA. This role involves evaluating patient needs and developing tailored treatment plans while working closely with a supportive care team.

Ideal candidates will have at least two years of clinical experience, be graduates of an accredited occupational therapy program, and have solid communication skills. Enjoy a flexible schedule and benefits such as competitive pay and continued education.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum.
• Registered with the National Registration Examination of the AOTA.
• Two years of occupational therapy clinical experience.
• CPR Certification required.
• Reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient's functional status and home environment for hazards.
• Develop treatment program and communicate it to the care team.
• Teach patients skills and retrain them on daily activities.
• Maintain clinical records and report changes to physicians.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings for patient assessments.

Skills

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Organization skills

Reliability

Education

Graduate of accredited occupational therapy curriculum

Registered with National Registration Examination

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: SEVA HOME HEALTH MADERA - Madera, CA 93637
• Position Type: Part Time
• Salary Range: $55.00 - $70.00 hourly
• Job Shift: Day

Mileage is reimbursed and driving time is paid. This is a per diem/part time position.

About the Role

Expand your therapy skill set as you treat patients with a variety of diagnoses, including orthopedic, respiratory, cardiac and more. Provide focused, one‑on‑one care in the patient’s home environment as you tailor their plan of care to their specific needs and goals.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Focused One to One Patient Care
• Flexible Schedule
• 401k matching
• Continued education
• Supportive and friendly work environment

Qualifications

• A graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association. Meets personnel qualifications stated in Section 418.114(b)(5).
• Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Two (2) years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification.
• Reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self‑care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the individualized plan of care.
• Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other organization professionals. Also, as necessary, will develop program for caregiver’s energy conservation.
• May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with organization policy.
• May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
• May train patient and family/caregiver in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
• Maintains appropriate clinical records, progress notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with organization policy.
• Maintains contact/communication with team members in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.
• Attends and contributes to in services, interdisciplinary group meetings, and other meetings as required by organization policy to ensure comprehensive assessments for the patients of the organization.
• Instructs and educates patient’s/family/caregiver and other team members in patient’s treatment regime.
• Participates in hospice personnel orientation program.
• Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Participates in discharge planning for patient.