Occupational Therapist - Home Care - PRN

Good-Samaritan; Auburn (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid travel between visits

Educational support

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Auburn, NE is seeking an Occupational Therapist for Home Care on a PRN basis. The role focuses on designing treatments and helping clients regain independence in daily activities.

You will work with a collaborative team, treat orthopedic, post-surgical, neurological conditions, and participate in education and mentorship. New grads welcome. Paid travel between home health patients is provided.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist for practice in Nebraska.
• Current BLS certification required or obtained within 60 days of employment.
• NBCOT certification is preferred for facility alignment.

Responsibilities

• Assesses clients and designs occupational therapy treatments for home health.
• Treats orthopedic, post-surgical, neurological, balance and deconditioning needs.
• May supervise assistants and provide ongoing education to peers and staff.

Skills

Licensed OT

Driver's license

BLS certification

NBCOT certification (preferred)

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Home Care - PRN

Auburn, NE 68305

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Good Samaritan

Occupational Therapist - Home Care - PRN

$32.5 - $52.0/hourly Posted 4 days ago Less than 10 applies 4 min average apply

Good Samaritan

Auburn, NE 68305

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS NE Auburn Hm Care

Location: Auburn, NE

Address: 918 26th St C, Auburn, NE 68305, USA

Shift: Day

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $32.50 - $52.00

Department Details

Come join one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922.

Our therapy team is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their highest level of independence through collaborative, patient-centered care. We work closely with nursing, providers, social services, and families to support exceptional outcomes.

New grads welcomed!

What You'll Treat

• Orthopedic conditions


• Post-surgical rehabilitation


• Neurological diagnoses


• Balance and fall prevention


• General deconditioning and weakness


• Chronic disease management


• Long-term care and skilled nursing residents


• Home health patients (if applicable)

What Makes This Team Special

• Collaborative interdisciplinary care team


• Supportive leadership and clinical resources


• Opportunities for mentorship and growth


• Flexible scheduling options (position permitting)


• Focus on quality outcomes and patient satisfaction


• Meaningful relationships with patients and families

What's In It For You

• Competitive compensation


• Advancement opportunities


• Continuing education support


• Clinical mentorship and development


• Various education assistance programs


• Direct access to your earnings daily


• Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)


• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of older adults

Schedule Details

• PRN - pick up open shifts/hours as it fits with your schedule


• Monday - Friday (weekdays/weekends/holidays can be flexible)


• Paid travel and mileage between home health patients.

Job Summary

Assesses clients/patients/residents and designs occupational therapy treatments. Help clients/patients/residents to develop, maintain and recover their ability to perform tasks in client’s/patient’s/resident's occupations of life. The therapist conducts evaluations and provides interventions for clients/patients/residents who have functional, cognitive or behavioral impairments. Occupational Therapist evaluate physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial abilities of clients/patients/residents; developing realistic therapy goals and administering appropriate occupational therapy programs. Documents client's/patient's/resident's information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Provides clients/patients/residents education designed to enhance understanding and improve functional outcomes. Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of clients/patients/residents. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/residents.

May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.

Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, family members, third party payers, public organizations, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.

Dependent on facility and location, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care, and home health care environments.

Qualifications

• Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.


• Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Occupational Therapist.


• When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified through the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). When applicable, may require valid driver's license. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.


• In the state of South Dakota and Iowa, new graduates in the process of testing with the board, will be considered with the possession of a temporary license.


• Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].


• Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0248343

Job Function: Allied Health

Featured: No

Occupational Therapist - Home Care - PRN

$32.5 - $52.0/hourly Posted 4 days ago Less than 10 applies 4 min average apply