What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist for Home Healthcare position at Interim HealthCare Staffing?
Transform Lives with Interim HealthCare
We're seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team of healthcare professionals. As a Home Health OT, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives by providing personalized therapy services in their homes.
The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, and a passion for helping others. If you're looking for a rewarding career that combines your love of therapy with a sense of fulfillment, we encourage you to apply.
About the Role:
- Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to an illness or injury
- Work as part of a home health team focused on the patient's plan of care and personal goals
- Assess patient, observe deficits, establish therapy goals, and document progress
- Assist patient with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination
- Suggest adaptive equipment to offer added support
- Assess fall risks and introduce strategies to improve home safety
- Educate patient and family on plan of care, exercises, goals, and self-care
Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in South Carolina
- Minimum of 1 year of occupational therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare
- CPR certification
- Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
- Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful, and compassionate
