Occupational Therapist - PRN - Home Health - Memphis, TN

Meritan, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life, and long

Teladoc access

403(b) retirement plan with match

Annual longevity bonus

Referral bonuses

Volunteer hours (4 per year)

Bereavement days

Shift differential for night/weekend

Cell phone stipend

Employee discounts

Job summary

Meritan, Inc. in Memphis, TN is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist for its Home Health team. This PRN per visit role focuses on helping patients regain range of motion, manage pain, and improve quality of life in a home setting.

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently, and flexible scheduling, including weekends/holidays as needed. The organization offers robust benefits and a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OT curriculum.
• Licensed to practice as an occupational therapist in Tennessee.
• Minimum of two years' experience in a healthcare facility or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform occupational therapy assessments and treatments for patients in home health.
• Develop and monitor Plan of Care with the care team and physicians.
• Assess progress and modify interventions to achieve goals.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and activity modifications.
• Maintain documentation and communicate changes to team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Time management

Education

Accredited OT program

Licensed in TN

Job description

Meritan, Inc., a Tennessee-based health, human, and social services nonprofit, is seeking a compassionate candidate to join its Home Health team as an Occupational Therapist in Memphis, TN. Are seeking a meaningful opportunity with a reputable and long-standing non-profit that allows you to assist some of the most vulnerable populations in our community? Are you seeking flexibility with your schedule, less time on your feet, and more time with your patients? If so, Meritan’s Home Health department may be the perfect fit for you! This PRN per visit position (visit rates vary) is responsible for assisting patients with injuries and chronic health conditions to regain their range of motion, manage their pain, and improve their quality of life. Duties include, but are not limited to performing occupational therapy assessments, diagnostic tests, skilled treatments, and ongoing evaluation of clients who are receiving services under a medically approved Plan of Care. The posted rates reflect the range depending on type of visit made.Meritan is ACHC accredited and CAPABLE certified. Our staff of nurses, therapists, aides, social worker and administration are a group of outstanding experienced, long-term employees. We have consistent work available. Meritan has served the Memphis and Shelby County areas for decades and continues to work through the healthcare crisis with appropriate infection control measures and personal protective equipment. Meritan’s clinical system is online and accessible via company-issued tablets or your smartphone. Finally, you can focus on one patient at a time! Now is your opportunity to be the clinician you’ve always wanted to be! Join us in making a difference in our community!The ideal candidate should possess:Interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and as a part of our teamOrganization and time management skillsValid driver’s license, auto insurance and a reliable vehicleSchedule flexibilityAvailability to work weekends and holidays occasionallyMeritan offers excellent benefits and perks, including but not limited to:Voluntary health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances (minimum hours worked required)Within the first month of hire, the agency provides 24/7 access to FREE, co-payless, basic medical and behavioral health benefits with U.S.- based, prescription-writing physicians to the employee and all household members through Teladoc.403(b) retirement savings plan with agency matchAnnual longevity bonusReferral bonuses4 volunteer hours per year3 bereavement days per yearShift differential for night and weekend shiftsCellular phone stipendCompany-sponsored group life insurance (minimum hours worked required)Infant-at-Work Program/Child Care StipendEmployee discounts on shopping, entertainment, travel, and wellness through Vizient Member Perks ProgramEmployee Emergency AssistanceEducational Incentive Bonus for completion of certificates and degreesRemote work environmentTravel reimbursementWHY YOU SHOULD BECOME A MERITAN TEAM MEMBER:To be apart of a results-driven teamTo have flexibility and autonomy to balance your work and lifeTo make a difference in a vulnerable patient’s livesTo be a valued member of a recognized Top WorkplaceMeritan provides homes of refuge and healing to special needs foster children and in-home services to the elderly and disabled so that they may remain living independently in their own homes.Meritan is an Equal Opportunity EmployerQualificationsGraduate 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 two (2) year's experience in a health care facility or equivalent experience.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.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesInstructs and supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants in certain phases of occupational therapy services they may provide to the client.Available by telephone to the Occupational Therapy Assistant at all times when an Occupational Therapy Assistant is providing treatment to a client.Supervises on-site while the Occupational Therapy Assistant is rendering client careevery four (4) to six (6) visits, minimally once every month. Supervision does not constitute treatment.Completes an on-site functional assessment, review, and revision of the Plan of Care, and an assessment of utilization of community resources.CompetenciesTo perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.Design - Generates creative solutions; Demonstrates attention to detail.Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.Project Management - Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress.Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect andsensitivity for cultural and socio-economic characteristics; Educates otherson the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds adiverse workforce.Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.Language SkillsAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.Mathematical SkillsAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.Reasoning AbilityAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Computer SkillsAbility to use the Microsoft Office Suite and various agency and State databases.Physical/Environmental DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.