Occupational Therapist, OT (Home Health) Full-Time

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

H.T. Prof Executive Search is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide home health OT services in Connecticut. The role involves comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and ongoing evaluation under a medically approved Plan of Care.

The therapist guides clients in self-care, prescribes adaptive devices, and collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other staff. Requires valid OT license, CPR, and at least 1 year in home health; driver’s license and reliable transportation are

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OT curriculum or eligible for the National Registration Examination.
• Current registration/license as required by state of practice.
• Has a minimum of one year experience in a home health setting.
• CPR certification.
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills.
• Licensed driver with automobile insured and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Performs occupational therapy assessments, diagnostic tests, skilled treatments, and ongoing evaluation under a medically approved Plan of Care.
• Documents all findings, plans, interventions, and client progress on designated forms and submits per guidelines.
• Guides and instructs clients in therapeutic self-care and activities to improve independence.
• Advises, consults, and teaches treatment procedures to clients, family members, and staff.
• Designs and/or orders adaptive devices to promote optimal functioning.
• Instructs clients and families in client-specific programs.
• Attends care conferences and participates in care coordination as needed.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

OT degree from accredited curriculum

Eligible for National Registration Examination

Job description

Occupational Therapist, OT (Home Health) Full-Time

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who desires to implement high-quality Occupational Therapy services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

• Performs occupational therapy assessments, diagnostic tests, skilled treatments, and ongoing evaluation of clients who are receiving services under a medically approved Plan of Care.
  • a. Completes assessments in a timely manner and in accordance with Agency policy.
  • b. Develops a treatment program and establishes goals for improved function.
  • c. Provides assessment findings and goals to assist in developing the client care plan and obtains specific physician orders as needed.
  • d. Documents all findings, plans, interventions, and client progress (outcomes) on designated forms and submits per Agency guidelines.
  • e. Communicates plans and changes to the physician and to nursing Case Manager and other Agency staff through the care plan, written progress notes, and participation in care conferences.
• Guides and instructs the client in prescribing therapeutic self-care and creative activities that are directed toward improving independence and physical and cognitive functioning.
• Advises, consults, and teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients, family members, and other Agency staff.
• Designs and/or orders appropriate adaptive/assistive devices and/or splints to promote optimal level of functioning.
• Instructs clients and their families in the client specific program.
• Performs job in compliance with Agency policies and procedures and professional and community standards.
  • a. Provides services in accordance with applicable state, federal, and JCAHO
    standards.
  • b. Attends meetings and required educational programs.
  • c. Accepts responsibility for personal and professional development and identifies
    learning/developmental needs to supervisor.
• Attends care conferences, initiates interdisciplinary referrals and participates in care coordination as needed.
• Serves on the Clinical Record Review Committee.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited 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; or eligible for the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Possesses current registration or license as required by state(s) of practice.
• Has a minimum of one (1) year experience in a home health setting or equivalent experience.
• CPR certification.
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills.
• Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state/Agency requirements. Evidence of safe driving record, and reliable transportation.