Occupational Therapist

HOPE At Home Health Care; Oxford (MI); Hybrid; USD 82,656 - 96,432; Part time

Job summary

A home care agency is looking for a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) in Oxford, Michigan. You'll provide therapy services, evaluate patient needs, and create treatment plans to enhance clients' quality of life. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Occupational Therapy and relevant experience in home health settings. Offers a flexible PRN position with competitive pay per visit.

Qualifications

• Two years of appropriate experience as an Occupational Therapist; community/home health experience.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide Occupational therapy services according to a written physician's plan of care.
• Assess and evaluate therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status.
• Direct Occupational therapy treatment.
• Instruct patients and families in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
• Participate in discharge planning for patients.

Skills

Compassionate

Excellent interpersonal skills

Can-do attitude

Good verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Occupational Therapy License

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our growing team. The right candidate has a can-do attitude, a friendly demeanor, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to provide medical support to clients in their homes.

Responsibilities

• Provide Occupational therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care. This may include, but is not limited to: assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participating in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluate home environment.
• Assess muscle strength, mobility, and range of motion (ROM) with rehab potential.
• Direct Occupational therapy treatment.
• Instruct patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
• Determine priority needs for Occupational therapy.
• Report to physician on patient reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
• Initiate the Occupational therapy program and instruct other personnel and/or family/caregivers in related phases and goals of the program; participate in case conferences.
• Train patients in the use of prosthetic devices when applicable.
• Identify patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and make referrals as necessary.
• Prepare and submit clinical and progress summaries based on attainment of goals.
• Participate in discharge planning for patients.
• Provide Occupational therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
• Provide in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
• Participate in the peer consultation process.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Degree from an Occupational Therapy program approved by an accredited organization.
• Licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapist within the state.
• Two years of appropriate experience as an Occupational Therapist; community/home health experience.
• Good verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Current CPR certification.

HOPE At Home Health Care is a full-service home care agency dedicated to helping people excel in the comfort of their homes. We offer Medicare-certified skilled services. Whether you are recovering from injury or illness, or simply want to reinvigorate your mobility and health, HOPE At Home Health Care has a solution for you.

Job Type: PRN

Pay: $60.00 - $70.00 per Visit

Medical Specialty:

• Home Health

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, Weekend available

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapy License (Required)