Occupational Therapist- Senior Living Visits

BAYADA Home Health Care; East Stroudsburg (Monroe County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist for a per diem role in home health care. This position involves making home visits to assess patients' functional status and developing personalized intervention plans. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring clients receive the highest quality care while promoting their independence. Enjoy the support of a caring team and the opportunity for professional growth through training and scholarship options. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Mileage Reimbursement

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

Scholarship Opportunities

One-on-One Training

Recognition Programs

Referral Bonuses

401(k) with Company Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Current PA Occupational Therapist license required.
• Minimum one year of recent OT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Make home visits and perform evaluations of patients’ functional status.
• Develop individualized intervention plans to achieve favorable outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Time Management

Computer Skills

Education

Occupational Therapy Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Touch Pad Tablet

Job description

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist, OT, for a per diem opportunity performing home health visits for our Lehigh Senior Living Office located in Allentown, PA. This office services adult and geriatric patients on a per visit basis in Senior Living Facilities in East Stroudsburg, PA.

As a home care Occupational Therapist, you will be an integral member of a multi-disciplinary health care team that provides rehabilitative care and skilled nursing to clients, affording them the opportunity to receive the medical care required to remain at home.

Occupational Therapist, OT Responsibilities:

• Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
• Perform thorough evaluations of patients’ functional status, including muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, and ADL and IADL performance.
• Assess cognitive, psychological and motor aspects of performance and develop individualized intervention plans to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Evaluate home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living.
• Identify equipment needs and environmental adaptations resulting in enhanced outcomes for clients.
• Continually assess and revise the occupational therapy care plan, and participate with nursing in the multidisciplinary care plan, as appropriate.
• Educate and instruct patients, family members, or other patient representatives, in rehabilitative care and activities necessary to promote the client's health, safety and independent living.
• Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations pertaining to patient care management and services provided, utilizing a state-of-the-art touch pad tablet.

Occupational Therapist, OT Qualifications:

• A current PA Occupational Therapist license.
• Prior home care experience preferred, but not required.
• A minimum of one year of recent work experience as an Occupational Therapist.
• Graduation from an occupational therapy program accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the AMA and the AOTA, as indicated by school transcript or diploma.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and problem solving skills.
• Solid computer skills; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.

BAYADA believes that our employees are our greatest asset:

• Enjoy being part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values.
• Feel confident, safe, and supported with PPE supplies, comprehensive infection prevention protocol, daily pre-screens, and close monitoring of the COVID-19 outbreak.
• Develop your skills with training and scholarship opportunities.
• Advance your career with specially designed career tracks.
• Be recognized and rewarded for your compassion, excellence, and reliability.
• Benefits may include mileage reimbursement; weekly pay and direct deposit; scholarship opportunities; one-on-one training; recognition programs; referral bonuses; 401(k) with company match; and opportunities for career advancement.

BAYADA believes that our clients and their families deserve home health care delivered with compassion, excellence, and reliability. Be part of a caring, professional team that is instrumental in providing the highest quality care while developing your career with an industry leader. Apply now for immediate consideration.