What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Care Specialist position at BAYADA Home Health Care?
About the Role
We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic team, providing home health care services to adult and geriatric patients. As a member of our multidisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in enhancing patients' functional status and promoting independence.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients' functional status, identifying areas for improvement and developing individualized intervention plans.
- Implement occupational therapy care plans, collaborating with nursing staff as needed.
- Provide education to patients, family members, or caregivers on rehabilitative care and activities necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Document observations, interventions, and evaluations related to patient care management and services provided.
Qualifications
- A current Massachusetts Occupational Therapist license.
- A minimum of one year of recent work experience as an Occupational Therapist.