Occupational Therapist, OT (Home Health) Full-Time

Ashton North LLC; Greenwich (CT); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ashton North LLC in Connecticut is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to deliver high-quality OT services in a home health setting. The role involves performing assessments, developing treatment plans, and coordinating with physicians and nursing staff to promote independence and safe functioning at home.

The ideal candidate will have an accredited OT degree, state licensure, and current CPR certification, plus strong communication skills and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OT curriculum and eligible for the NBCOT exam.
• Possesses current OT license in state of practice.
• Minimum of one year experience in a home health setting or equivalent.
• CPR certification.
• Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsabilités

• Performs occupational therapy assessments and develops goals under Plan of Care.
• Documents findings and progress per guidelines.
• Communicates plans to physician, Case Manager, and staff.
• Guides self-care and adaptive activities to improve independence.
• Orders adaptive devices and splints as appropriate.
• Attends care conferences and participates in care coordination.

Connaissances

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

CPR certification

Driver's license / reliable transport

Formation

OT degree accredited

NBCOT eligibility

Current state OT license

Description du poste

Full-Time Opportunity

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

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

  1. 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.
  2. Guides and instructs the client in prescribing therapeutic self-care and creative activities that are directed toward improving independence and physical and cognitive functioning.
  3. Advises, consults, and teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients, family members, and other Agency staff.
  4. Designs and/or orders appropriate adaptive/assistive devices and/or splints to promote optimal level of functioning.
  5. Instructs clients and their families in the client specific program.
  6. 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.
  7. Attends care conferences, initiates interdisciplinary referrals and participates in care coordination as needed.
  8. Serves on the Clinical Record Review Committee.
  9. 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.