Full Time/PRN Occupational Therapist (OT) -

About the role

Serving Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester Counties. Coverage will be primarily in Berkeley County.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to an illness or injury
• Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT and SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and personal goals
• Assess patient, observe deficits, establish therapy goals and document progress
• Assist patient with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination
• Suggest adaptive equipment such as grab bars and shower chairs to offer added support
• Assess fall risks and introduce strategies to improve home safety
• Educate patient and family on plan of care, exercises, goals and self-care

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in South Carolina
• Minimum of 1 years of occupational therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare
• CPR certification
• Valid car insurance
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
• Maintaining accurate and up to date documentation
• Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionate
• Providing services in accordance with agency policies and regulations that define scope of practice

Benefits

• Competitive Pay $47.00 to $50.00 an hr. DOE
• 1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes
• Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance
• Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs
• Full Time Benefits: PTO, Holiday Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) benefits