Occupational Therapist | PRN | Moscow area

Deercreekseniorliving; Idaho; Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare service provider is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to deliver high-quality therapy services in the Idaho area. This role involves collaborating with patients and their families to enhance independence through personalized care. Candidates must possess relevant licensure, clinical experience, and effective communication skills while ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed where the HHA is located if licensure is required.
• Graduated from an OT program accredited by ACOTE.
• Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized plans of care in partnership with patients and their caregivers.
• Conduct evaluations of functional status and home environments.
• Train patients in adaptive equipment and therapeutic exercises.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Patient Care

Education

Accredited OT program

OT certification examination

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

Occupational Therapist | PRN | Moscow area page is loaded

Occupational Therapist | PRN | Moscow area

Apply locations Remote, Idaho time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR48795

JOB SUMMARY

The occupational therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s). Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care. Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling. Provides patient and caregiver education. Communicates with the physician who is responsible for the home health plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current home health plan of care. Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care. For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy. Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy. May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function. May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy. Participates and contributes in the HHA’s quality assessment and performance improvement program and HHA-sponsored in-service training, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate. Instructs patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patient’s treatment regime when indicated and appropriate. Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks. Participates in discharge planning for patient.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

Must be licensed where the HHA is located if licensure if required.

Must have graduated from an OT program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (“ACOTE”) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (“AOTA) or any successor organization of the ACOTE.

Must be eligible for or have taken the OT certification examination administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (“NBCOT”).

Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.

Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification.

Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.

Elite Home Health And Hospice Is A Medicare Certified Home Health And Hospice Agency That Serves Asotin & Garfield Counties In Washington, And Nez Perce County In Idaho. Our Team Of Professionals Is Dedicated To Providing Life-Changing Service In Your Home Under The Direction Of Your Physician.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring that all conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, determination of compensation and/or benefits, and termination of employment, for all job classifications, are based on qualifications and work record. No employment decision is made, nor do we discriminate, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or disability.