What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health position at Circle of Care?
Description
PLEASE NOTE: This position requires an active OT license within the state of Texas.
Why Circle of Care?
Join our dedicated team as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT) in the Texas area, where you will play a crucial role in delivering individualized occupational therapy services to pediatric patients in the comfort of their homes. At Circle of Care, we don't just provide therapy; we build lasting relationships with our patients and their families, ensuring comprehensive and compassionate care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate on Patient Care Plans: Actively participate in developing and updating individualized care plans that address each child's unique occupational therapy needs.
- Plan and Provide Therapy Services: Schedule and conduct targeted rehabilitative activities and interventions to help pediatric patients improve their functional abilities and achieve therapy goals.
- Conduct Comprehensive Evaluations: Use standardized assessments to evaluate patients and determine their specific therapy needs.
- Document Treatment and Progress: Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records, documenting patient responses and progress during each visit.
- Educate Families and Healthcare Teams: Provide guidance and training to family members and other healthcare professionals on techniques to support patient progress.
- Supervise COTAs: Oversee Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA and OTAs) to ensure adherence to best practices and compliance with state guidelines.
- Engage in Case Conferences: Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and refine treatment strategies collaboratively.
- Coordinate Patient Visits: Confirm weekly schedules with Area Support Managers, ensuring organized and timely patient care.
- Support Discharge Planning: Collaborate with patients, families, and physicians to facilitate effective discharge planning and complete necessary documentation.
Highlighted Benefits:
- Therapist Led Management: Benefit from leadership with hands-on experience and expertise in therapy
- Concierge-Level Support: Enjoy personalized support for all mobile staff, ensuring you have everything you need to succeed.
- Unlimited Earning Potential: No cap on earnings with generous over-production rates
- So Much More: We offer a wide range of benefits beyond what's listed here. We encourage you to apply or reach out to our recruitment team to discover all the ways we support our team.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Education: Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Licensure: Current Texas licensure as an Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR) and registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
- Preferred: One year of experience in pediatric or home health occupational therapy.
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