Occupational Therapist - Home Care plans and conducts individualized occupational therapy programs in a home care environment to help patients develop, regain, or maintain their ability to perform daily activities. Teaches patients skills/techniques and how to use adaptive equipment for participating in activities. Being an Occupational Therapist - Home Care studies, evaluates, and records patients' activities and progress. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Occupational Therapist - Home Care typically reports to a manager. Requires certification as an occupational therapist. Occupational Therapist - Home Care's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Bella Home Care is looking to add a PRN occupational therapist to the team.
Duties to include:
- Provide patient care and develop treatment plans for individuals with various conditions and injuries
- Assess patients' physical, mental, and emotional abilities to determine appropriate therapy interventions
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure optimal outcomes
- Utilize knowledge of anatomy and physiology to design customized therapy programs
- Provide acute care therapy services in settings such as hospitals and intensive care units (ICUs)
- Administer speech therapy as needed to address communication and swallowing difficulties
- Engage in case management activities to ensure continuity of care for patients
- Specialize in pediatrics or critical care as desired
- Promote occupational health and wellness through education and prevention programs
Skills to include:
- Strong patient care skills with a focus on individualized treatment plans
- Proficient in working with ICU patients and addressing their unique needs
- In-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology to inform therapy interventions
- Experience in acute care settings, providing therapy services to patients with complex medical conditions
- Familiarity with speech therapy techniques to address communication and swallowing challenges
- Ability to effectively manage cases, ensuring seamless transitions between different levels of care
- Specialization in pediatrics or critical care is a plus, but not required
If you are a dedicated Occupational Therapist looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients, we invite you to apply.