Occupational Therapist - Home Health

1. Provide occupational therapy services within the scope of state licensure, following the physician-approved plan of care and evidence-based practices.
2. Evaluate patients' functional abilities, body systems, and therapy needs; collaborate with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans.
3. Monitor, document, and report patients' progress, responses to treatment, and any changes in condition to the physician and nursing supervisor.
4. Educate patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare team members about treatment plans, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.
5. Complete timely evaluations, progress notes, reassessments, and discharge summaries in compliance with agency policies, CMS requirements, and state regulations.
6. Travel throughout the assigned service area to provide home-based therapy services.
7. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, staff conferences, and agency committees.
8. Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) and home health aides as permitted by state regulations and agency policy.
9. Perform comprehensive patient assessments using standardized diagnostic and functional testing.
10. Provide in-service education and support ongoing staff development when requested.
11. Maintain current clinical knowledge, continuing education, and active state licensure while adhering to professional standards of practice.
12. Demonstrate scheduling flexibility, including participation in weekend rotations and possible holiday coverage, to meet patient care needs.

• Current Occupational Therapist licensure
• Home health/home care experience preferred
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable transportation

Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.

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