What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Care Specialist Needed position at BAYADA Home Health Care?
Job Overview
BAYADA Home Health Care is a leading provider of home health care services, and we are currently seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of our clients and their families.
The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical skills, strong communication abilities, and a passion for delivering high-quality patient care. They will be responsible for conducting thorough evaluations of patients' functional status, developing and implementing individualized intervention plans, and educating patients and their families on rehabilitative care and activities necessary for independent living.
Responsibilities:
- Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
- Perform thorough evaluations of patients' functional status, including muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, and ADL and IADL performance.
- Assess cognitive, psychological, and motor aspects of performance and develop individualized intervention plans to achieve favorable outcomes.
- Evaluate home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living.
Requirements:
- A current Maryland Occupational Therapist license.
- Prior home care experience is preferred but not required.
- Graduation from an occupational therapy program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the AMA and the AOTA.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and problem-solving skills.
- Solid computer skills with prior experience using electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.
