Occupational Therapist (OT) - Part Time/PRN - Home Health - Solano - Bridge Home Health and Hospice

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The occupational therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement. Any direct patient care provided will be performed as defined by the state Occupational Therapy Practice Act.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care.
2. For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy.
3. Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.
4. May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.
5. May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
6. May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
7. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy.
8. Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.
9. Attends and contributes to inservices, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.
10. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate.
11. Instructs patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patient’s treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.
12. Supervises certified occupational therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
13. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
14. Participates in discharge planning for patient.
15. Must adhere to the company attendance and reliability guidelines, which are an essential function of the job to ensure quality, and consistent patient care.

• 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.
• Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Aossociation.
• Licensed as an occupational therapist by the California Board of Occupational Therapy.
• Two years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapy.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Possess and maintains current CPR cerification.
• Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.
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We are invested in our employees and their well-being. Benefits Include:

Competitive compensation Range $65-$75hr

Dynamic, Fun, and holds a Team-oriented work environment!
Countless growth and development opportunities!
Flexible Schedules!
Medical, dental and vision insurance!
Company Paid Life insurance!
Mileage Reimbursement!
Paid Time Off!
Paid Holidays!
Paid Sick Days!
Employee Assistance Program!
401(k)!
Flexible Savings Account!
And so much more!

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws