Occupational Therapist - Home Health
MEP Health · White River Junction, VT · 2 mo ago
Full-time
About the role
An Occupational Therapist (OT) providing home health visits within a multi-disciplinary team to serve adult and geriatric patients in their homes.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough evaluations of patients’ functional, cognitive, psychological, and motor performance.
- Develop and continually revise individualized intervention plans.
- Assess home environments for hazards and recommend equipment or environmental modifications.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on rehabilitative activities to promote safety and independence.
- Accurately document patient observations and interventions using electronic medical records.
- Perform home visits, evaluate patient needs, plan and adjust care plans, assess home safety, instruct patients and families, and maintain detailed documentation.
Requirements
- Current Vermont Occupational Therapist license.
- Minimum of one year of recent OT experience; prior home care experience preferred.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Solid computer skills; EMR experience preferred.