Occupational Therapist, OT(Home Health) Per-Diem/Full-Time

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  • Santa Clara, CA
  • $120,000-150,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
  • Apply easily
Per-Diem / Full-Time Opportunity$120k to $150k (Per Diem Rates Will be discussed during the interview)We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who desires to implement high-quality Occupational Therapy services.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY * Performs occupational therapy assessments, diagnostic tests, skilled treatments, and ongoing evaluation of clients who are receiving services under a medically approved Plan of Care.
  • a. Completes assessments in a timely manner and in accordance with Agency policy.
  • b. Develops a treatment program and establishes goals for improved function.
  • c. Provides assessment findings and goals to assist in developing the client care plan and obtains specific physician orders as needed.
  • d. Documents all findings, plans, interventions, and client progress (outcomes) on designated forms and submits per Agency guidelines.
  • e. Communicates plans and changes to the physician and to nursing Case Manager and other Agency staff through the care plan, written progress notes, and participation in care conferences.
  • Guides and instructs the client in prescribing therapeutic self-care and creative activities that are directed toward improving independence and physical and cognitive functioning.
  • Advises, consults, and teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients, family members, and other Agency staff.
  • Designs and/or orders appropriate adaptive/assistive devices and/or splints to promote optimal level of functioning.
  • Instructs clients and their families in the client specific program.
  • Performs job in compliance with Agency policies and procedures and professional and community standards.
  • a. Provides services in accordance with applicable state, federal, and JCAHO
standards. * b. Attends meetings and required educational programs.
  • c. Accepts responsibility for personal and professional development and identifies
learning/developmental needs to supervisor. * Attends care conferences, initiates interdisciplinary referrals and participates in care coordination as needed.
  • Serves on the Clinical Record Review Committee.
  • Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.
Qualifications:
  • Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum, accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association; or eligible for the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
  • Possesses current registration or license as required by state(s) of practice.
  • Has a minimum of two (2) year's experience in a health care facility or equivalent experience.
  • CPR certification.
  • Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills.
  • Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state/Agency requirements. Evidence of safe driving record, and reliable transportation.

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