What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist position at LINEAGE CARE GROUP?
Job Details
Job Location: Schofield Certified Home Care - Kenmore, NY
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $36.00 - $43.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: Road Warrior
Job Shift: Day
Description
- Perform Occupational Therapy evaluations. Establish treatment plans and obtain physicians orders.
- Conduct individual therapy sessions in the patient's home.
- Prepare initial evaluation, progress, re certification, and discharge reports when appropriate.
- Assist in coordination of Occupational Therapy program with other health care providers.
- Counsel individual patient/caregiver in relation to patient's specific problems and needs.
- Participate in patient-centered conferences when appropriate.
- Evaluate need for equipment, order and maintain equipment and therapy materials.
- Teach patients, caregivers and staff transferring techniques and Home Exercise Program (HEP) as needed.
- Participate in and/or present inservice programs.
- Prepare accurate documentation of services provided.
- Drive a car, possess a valid driver’s license and have a car available for use.
- Follow rules and regulations of the NYS and Federal Health Code in regard to the program. Interpret and follow Medicare and Medicaid guidelines.
Qualifications
- Education and Training – An individual who meets one of the following criteria:
- registered with the American Occupational Therapy Association; or
- either a graduate of a program in occupational therapy approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association or a graduate of a curriculum in occupational therapy which is recognized by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists and is eligible for registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association.
- Must be registered and licensed by the New York State Education Department, or have a valid limited permit.
- Experience - Two years experience preferably with exposure to acute care, rehabilitation or homecare.
- Character – The individual must possess good moral character, patience and compassion for the chronically ill and disabled.
Salary : $36 - $43
