Licensed Occupational Therapist (Morning & Afternoon Shifts)

UniversaCare
  • Waterbury, Connecticut
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Job Title: Occupational Therapist (Full Time)

    Location: Connecticut

    About Us 

    At There for You HomeCare, we provide high-quality home care services to our clients. We take pride in fostering a supportive environment for both our clients and team members. 


    Position Summary 

    We are seeking a Occupational Therapist to provide exceptional care to clients in their homes. You will assess, plan, and implement physical therapy services in accordance with the Plan of Care and agency policies. In some cases, you may also serve as the case manager for clients requiring skilled therapy services only. 



    Key Responsibilities 

    • Perform occupational therapy assessments, diagnostic tests, and skilled procedures for clients under a medically approved Plan of Care. 
    • Develop and update therapy care plans, ensuring they align with client needs and agency policies. 
    • Educate clients and caregivers on treatment plans and resources to promote recovery and symptom management. 
    • Document all findings, interventions, and outcomes, submitting reports within agency timelines. 
    • Communicate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members regarding care plans and changes. 
    • Supervise and provide on-site guidance for Occupational Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides. 
    • Promote safety and infection control practices in compliance with agency policies. 


    Qualifications 

    • Graduate of a Occupational Therapy program 
    • Licensed as a Occupational Therapist in the state(s) of practice. 
    • Minimum of 3 years of healthcare experience (home care experience preferred). 
    • Current CPR certification. 
    • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. 
    • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 
    • Licensed driver with an insured vehicle and a good driving record. 


    Physical/Environmental Requirements 

    • Ability to sit, stand, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds. 
    • Frequent use of telephones, computers, and clinical equipment. 
    • Must travel to client locations and attend occasional off-site business meetings. 



    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWaterbury, Connecticut

    Skills

    • CPR Certificationunmatched
    • Case Managementunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Customer Trainingunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Environmental Regulationsunmatched
    • Health Planunmatched
    • Health Plan Membershipunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Home Careunmatched
    • Infection Controlunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Occupational Therapyunmatched
    • Physical Therapyunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Treatment Planunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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