Occupational Therapist - Home Care jobs in Houston, TX

QUALIFICATION:

• Graduate of an Occupational Therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and/or certified by successfully completing the national Certification examination
• Currently licensed in the State of Texas
• Two years of experience in Home Health preferred
• 1 year experience using Kinnser / Wellsky for home health

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• OT takes initial history and make initial evaluation
• Assists the physician in evaluating level of function
• Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient
• Returns the individual to optimum and productive living within the patient’s capabilities
• Provides prescribed occupational therapy
• Directs and supervises personnel as required
• Performs all skilled procedures
• Consults with physicians regarding change in treatment
• Writes reports to physicians regarding patient’s progress
• Instructs patient/family members in home programs and fine motor development exercises
• An initial evaluation, including plan of treatment and goals, must be filled out and submitted to the physician for approval. A progress note is written each visit. A re-evaluation is conducted when expected duration of treatment is reached. A summary is written upon patient’s discharge.
• Helps develop the plan of care and revises as necessary
• Prepares clinical and progress notes
• Advises and consults with the family and other Agency personnel
• Periodically participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning
• Participates in in-service program

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN, Contract

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Role characteristics:

• On the road

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Kinnser: 1 year (Preferred)
• Home Health: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• OT license (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road