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Occupational Therapist - Home Health, Full-time and Part-time
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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.
$95,989 / year median in Vermont
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Benefits include:
Employee Referral Bonuses Clinical CEUs Online LinkedIn Learning Extensive health, dental, and lifestyle benefits that come with being part of the renowned Dartmouth Health systemLocations:
Upper Valley (Surrounding Area) Dartmouth Health Home Care covers more than 70 towns delivering superior nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, and personal care services with proven effectiveness, integrity, and compassion. Our only goal is to help the people in our communities. When you join the Dartmouth Health Home Care, you'll become part of a dedicated team delivering outstanding home health and hospice services that enrich the lives of the people we serve. We would love to meet you and tell you more about this engaging and fulfilling part of our healthcare delivery system. Our Hiring Managers can explain the different roles, our service area, the unique aspects of home and hospice care, and the many benefits we can offer your career and personal life.Responsibilities The Occupational Therapist:
At the direction of the Clinical Manager, the Occupational Therapist screens, evaluates, re-evaluates and treats patients referred by a licensed provider. Coordinates and communicates treatment activities with health care team members and the patient. Works closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care. Evaluates the patient's need for occupational therapy and develops/carries out appropriate treatment plan. Instructs family members, COTA's, Home Health Aides, and other caregivers in appropriate physical therapy techniques. Communicates with the physician and other health care providers on a regular basis regarding the patient's progress. Provides clinical oversight of COTAs in the home. This job description is not meant to be exhaustive and may be modified as needed. Employees may be assigned other related duties to meet organizational needs. QualificationsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate of an accredited school in Occupational TherapyPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
One year of experience as an OT in a home health care setting is preferred Required Licensure/Certifications Must hold at least one active unencumbered OT license in either VT or NH at the time of hire. Employees must have active unencumbered OT licenses in both VT and NH within 30 days of their hire date. Valid driver's license with a clean driving record Current car insurance, which meets minimum standards BLS within 90 days of hireBenefits
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Dental Insurance