Occupational Therapy - Home Health

Job Highlights

The Occupational Therapist is a qualified professional who directs, supervises, evaluates, and provides Occupational Therapy Services to clients in the home as prescribed by the Attending Provider.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Occupational Therapy school approved by the Council of Medical Education of the A.M.A. in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association or its equivalent
• Registered by the American Occupational Therapy Association
• At least one or two years of experience
• Licensed by the applicable state

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and establishes goals based on the client's current level of functioning and potential for improvement; performs re‑evaluations as indicated and documents them on required forms
• Guides and instructs the client in prescribed therapeutic, self‑care, and creative activities aimed at improving independence and physical and mental functioning
• Establishes household management routines
• Records and reports to the provider the client's reaction to the therapy program or any changes in condition through periodic written summaries
• Instructs clients and families in the use of prosthetic, orthotic, and assistive devices (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.)
• Instructs the family in the client's total Occupational Therapy program
• Instructs other health‑team personnel in the care of clients regarding occupational therapy
• Attends paramedical service meetings and combined paramedical and nursing service meetings
• Prepares clinical/progress notes on the day of the visit, incorporated into the clinical record weekly
• Participates in staff development activities and in‑service education
• Attends case conferences
• Supervises the Occupational Therapy Assistant, as indicated
• Communicates effectively with all those providing care
• Confirms weekly scheduling of visits with the Director of Nursing to coordinate necessary visits with other personnel
• Participates with staff, client, and provider in discharge activities and completes the Occupational Therapy Discharge Summary within agency policies

Special Requirements

• Must have a car with required insurance coverage and a state driver’s license, or reliable transportation
• Malpractice insurance coverage

Functional Abilities

• Able to communicate verbally and in writing as required by the position
• Physically able to perform the duties of the position
• Able to travel to prospective clients’ residences within Miami‑Dade and Monroe County

Pay

Pay varies by visit.

Job Details

Location: In‑person (Miami‑Dade and Monroe County)
Job Type: Full time