Occupational Therapist/ Homecare/ Independent Contractor

SUMMARY

Under the administrative direction and supervision of Management, provides occupational therapy evaluation, treatment, and/or interventions and oversees the occupational therapy program for participants. Integrates occupational therapy treatment plan into the plan or care for to maximize benefits for participants.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

• Provides occupational therapy evaluation, treatment, and interventions to program participants
• Conducts initial assessments and reassessments, upon referral from the team, of participant’s condition and functional status
• Provides training, guidance, and supervision to program staff and participants/family members regarding therapy
• Responsible for providing and recommending therapeutic exercises
• Participates actively in the interdisciplinary group by providing clinical expertise in team planning, problem-solving, and processes
• Fulfills all administrative requirements, including but not limited to collaboration with Physical Therapist, attendance at team and staff meetings, and recording and tracking of occupational therapy durable medical equipment
• Fulfills treatment program when indicated, sets goals and provides treatment
• Records and signs treatments in participant’s medical record, records, signs, and dates “Progress Notes”
• Reviews assessments and discharges participants when appropriate
• Performs other job duties as assigned
• Recommends and upon approval, implements new/revised policies, procedures, and systems for the program that improve efficiency, effectiveness, and minimizes loss ratio

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE)

• Be a graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education & Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association or other equivalent
• Be eligible for the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association
• Successful completion of certification exam and initial registration through National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
• Licensed in the state of Florida
• 1-3 years of experience. Must have at least one year experience working with the frail and elderly
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance in the State of Florida
• Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule
• Able to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms
• Able to effectively communicate in English
• Flexible schedule to meet the needs of participants
• Able to physically access any home i.e. navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning, in any area Company serves
• Able to manage stress
• Able to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including but not limited to; lifting participants and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• At least one year of experience working with frail elderly
• Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Work Location

On the road