Occupational Therapist *DETROIT*

Amber Home Health Care; Southfield (MI); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Résumé du poste

A home health care provider in Southfield, Michigan is seeking qualified professionals to conduct patient evaluations and create treatment plans. This role includes providing hands-on therapy for daily living activities and evaluating home safety. Ideal candidates should have expertise in assessing physical conditions, excellent communication skills, and a strong ability to adapt treatment plans based on patient needs. The position offers various benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to develop and adapt treatment plans based on patient progress.
• Experience in instructing patients and caregivers on various techniques.
• Knowledge of chronic condition management in home settings.

Responsabilités

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations in their home environment.
• Develop and implement customized treatment plans.
• Provide hands-on therapy focusing on daily living activities.
• Evaluate home for safety hazards and recommend modifications.
• Maintain accurate patient records and progress notes.

Connaissances

Expertise in assessing and treating physical conditions

Proficiency in recommending assistive devices

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of home safety principles

Understanding of ADLs and IADLs

Description du poste

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Key responsibilities

• Patient evaluation: Conduct comprehensive assessments of a patient's physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities and limitations within their home environment.
• Treatment planning: Develop and implement customized treatment plans with specific, measurable goals to restore function and increase independence.
• Therapeutic interventions: Provide hands-on therapy and instruction, focusing on activities of daily living (ADLs) such as dressing, bathing, and cooking.

Adaptive equipment and techniques

Introduce and teach patients how to use adaptive equipment (e.g., grab bars, specialized utensils) and compensatory strategies for tasks they struggle with.

Home safety modifications

Evaluate the home for safety hazards and recommend modifications to reduce fall risks and improve overall safety.

Patient and family education

Instruct patients and their caregivers on techniques, equipment use, and strategies to ensure progress continues after therapy sessions.

Care coordination

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care and contribute to discharge planning.

Documentation

Maintain accurate and complete patient records, including progress notes and updated treatment plans.

Essential skills and knowledge

• Expertise in assessing and treating a wide range of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial conditions.
• Proficiency in recommending and implementing assistive devices and home modifications.
• Strong ability to develop and adapt treatment plans based on patient progress and changing needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Knowledge of home safety principles, fall prevention, and strategies for managing chronic conditions in a home setting.
• Understanding of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs).