Occupational Therapist, OT PRN

Davita Inc.; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a PRN Occupational Therapist for home visits in Saint Augustine, FL. The role involves assessing and evaluating patient needs, developing treatment plans, and ensuring quality patient care in a home health setting. Ideal candidates should have a Florida OT licensure and a passion for enhancing patient well-being. Enjoy a supportive environment that fosters autonomy and career growth.

Qualifications

• Occupational Therapy licensure in Florida required.
• Current CPR certification is mandatory.
• Access to dependable vehicle and driver's license needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient functional status and occupational therapy needs.
• Develop and implement patient treatment plans based on assessments.
• Monitor and report changes in patient conditions.

Skills

Assessment skills

Patient care

Communication

Autonomy

Education

Current Occupational Therapy licensure in state of FL

Current CPR certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring a PRN OT for home visits!

The Occupational Therapist in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status, activities of daily living, fine motor coordination, home assessments and adaptive equipment, and other occupational therapy needs as defined by medical conditions. Based on this assessment and evaluation, the Occupational Therapist helps to determine a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well being, and evaluates the patient's progress.

Responsibilities

At Community Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As an Occupational Therapist, you can expect:

• the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships


• continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities


• independence and autonomy


• career growth possibilities

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

*Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status, activities of daily living, fine motor coordination, home assessments and adaptive equipment, and other occupational therapy needs as defined by medical conditions.

• Provides service within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of Occupational Therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, using evidence-based techniques, and in coordination with other members of the health care team.


• Evaluates the patient's functional status, status of all body systems as required for CMS documentation, and occupational therapy needs. Consults with the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.


• Observes, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition.


• Conducts patient assessments evaluating the level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Current Occupational Therapy licensure in state of FL


• Current CPR certification


• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle

Company Overview LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Community Home Health a part of LHC Group family of providers - the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.