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What they do
An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
$99,718 / year median in Alaska
-7% projected decline
Job Description
- Home Health Providence at Home with Compassus
- 3.
Qualifications BLS Certification Occupational Therapy License Full Job Description Company:
Providence at Home with Compassus Position Summary Join a groundbreaking team at the forefront of innovative care delivery as a Home-Based Acute Care Occupational Therapist with the joint venture between Providence and Compassus- two leaders in advancing home health and hospital-at-home services.
Key responsibilities include:
Delivering comprehensive therapy services including assessment, intervention, care planning, implementation, and discharge planning. Evaluating clients' physical, cognitive, psychological, and perceptual functions to ensure they can safely and effectively function at home. Developing individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients and families. Identifying and making appropriate referrals related to medical, social, and emotional factors that impact care. Educating and counseling clients and families on treatment plans, safety concerns, and therapy goals within your scope of practice. Adapting equipment and therapy techniques to the home environment to promote safety and optimal function. Independently managing a caseload, scheduling and coordinating home visits, and working closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure cohesive care. Organizing a weekly schedule that balances client visits and participation in required team meetings. Supervising and instructing Home Health Aides on care plans, including functional skills training and exercise programs. Providing supervision and case management for clients receiving care from Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), including completing every fifth visit. Delivering in-services to staff on new treatments or techniques. Completing documentation on the same day as visits, in line with agency guidelines and reimbursement requirements. Supporting the onboarding of new team members by introducing them to clinical practices in the home health setting. Education and/or Experience Required- Bachelor's degree Occupational Therapy OR Master's degree Occupational Therapy Preferred
- 1 year of Occupational Therapy experience with adults in a home care setting. Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations Required
- Current, unencumbered (State of Employment) License as an Occupational Therapist Required within 30 days of hire
- National Provider BLS
- American Heart Association (Vendor Managed)