Occupational Therapist

Personal Touch Home Care; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Recognition Programs

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Benefits 401k

Life Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement

Opportunities for Professional Growth

Employee Assistance Program

Perks Program

Job summary

Personal Touch Home Care in Ft Thomas, KY is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist to assess patients in their homes, develop treatment plans, and help clients improve daily living and work skills. This role focuses on mobility, function and independence within the comfort of patients' own homes.

You will provide rehabilitative services for clients unable to travel to clinics, document progress, educate families, and collaborate with physicians and the care team.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Prefer two (2) years of appropriate experience as an occupational therapist. Home health experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services
• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician
• Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients
• Document and record the patients’ condition
• Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentations
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization skills

Education

OT degree from accredited program

State license/registration

Job description

Occupational Therapists

Ft Thomas KY. Surrounding Counties

About Us

With over 50 years of dedicated service to our communities, Personal Touch has been a trusted provider of home care. Our priority lies in ensuring exemplary patient care while fostering a supportive and empowering workplace culture for all team members. We are currently seeking compassionate and skilled professionals to join our team and continue our legacy of providing personalized and attentive care to patients in the comfort of their own home.

Why Choose Us

At Personal-Touch Home Care, we are committed to creating a rewarding and fulfilling experience for our team members. Our established history and reputation provide a stable and trusted foundation for your career. Join us in positively impacting the lives of our patients and their families. As a member of our team, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits that enhance your overall well-being and support your career growth. They include:

• Employee Recognition Programs: We acknowledge and celebrate your contributions.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: We offer an inclusive package with Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Long-Term Disability Coverage to ensure access to quality medical care while promoting overall wellness.
• Generous Paid Time Off: We provide generous paid time off to ensure you can recharge and return to work refreshed, leading to greater productivity and job satisfaction. We support a healthy work-life balance.
• Retirement Benefits: We offer a 401k plan to secure your financial future and help you save for retirement.
• Life Insurance: We offer company paid life insurance providing peace of mind and financial protection for you and your loved ones.
• Mileage Reimbursement: We make sure you're compensated for your business travel.
• Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development: Empowering you to thrive and grow.
• Employee Assistance Program: Supporting the well-being of you and your family.
• Perks Program: Exclusive deals and offers on products, services, and experiences you need and love

Job Overview

As an Occupational Therapist with Personal Touch Home Care, you will be responsible for assessing patients' needs, developing and implementing treatment plans, and helping clients improve their daily living and work skills. You will also provide rehabilitative services to patients who are unable to travel to a clinic or hospital. This is focused on improving patients' quality of life by promoting mobility, function, and independence within the comfort and convenience of their own homes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services
• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician
• Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients
• Document and record the patients’ condition
• Educate patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, re-certification and discharge documentations
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapist college or university
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Prefer two (2) years of appropriate experience as an occupational therapist. Home health experience is preferred.

We are excited to welcome passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team at Personal Touch Home Care. We’re more than just a company, we’re a close-knit family dedicated to supporting each other’s success and well-being.

Job Types: Full-time

Pay: $68.00 through $85.00