What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist (OT) position at Celebrity Home Health?
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Job Posting : Occupational Therapist (OT)
Job Summary :
We are looking for a skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to deliver exceptional occupational therapy services to patients in their homes. Working under the supervision of the Director of Clinical Services / Clinical Manager, the OT will provide treatment according to physician orders, helping patients improve or regain functional independence and quality of life.
Responsibilities :
- Provide prescribed occupational therapy services aimed at improving or minimizing physical disabilities.
- Help patients return to their highest possible level of function and independence in daily activities.
- Collaborate with other healthcare personnel in the development and review of patient care plans.
- Perform all skilled occupational therapy procedures, including fine motor movement exercises.
- Lead and supervise staff, including Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides, as needed.
- Conduct initial patient assessments, develop and implement plans of care, and reassess patient progress every 30 days.
- Consult with physicians about potential changes in treatment and modify plans of care accordingly.
- Document progress and treatment outcomes in detailed reports to physicians.
- Educate patients and their families on home programs and exercises designed to improve fine motor skills and overall functioning.
- Submit initial evaluations, care plans, and goals to physicians for approval, with recertifications every 60 days.
- Complete progress notes after each visit and prepare a summary report upon patient discharge.
- Present inservice training to Agency staff on occupational therapy techniques and best practices.
- Assist physicians in evaluating the patient’s level of function.
- Continually reassess and update the patient’s plan of care based on progress.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical and progress notes.
- Offer guidance and consultation to families and other Agency personnel on occupational therapy-related matters.
- Participate in ongoing inservice training and development programs.
- Engage in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities as assigned.
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