Homecare Occupational Therapist full time

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

The Occupational Therapist is a qualified professional who directs, supervises, evaluates and provides Occupational Therapy Services to patients in the home according to State Law and regulations under the direction of the attending physician.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities:

• 1. Comprehensive evaluation of the patient's level of function and development of the occupational therapy plan of care with consideration of loss/impairment of abilities to complete activities of daily living.
• 2. Selects and administers diagnostic and therapeutic techniques and materials.
• 3. Assists in determining aspects of the plan of care for delegation to home health aides and assesses all factors pertinent to patient safety.
• 4. All documentation is completed within 24 hours in the EMR.
• 5. Begins discharge on admission and discharges patients when goals are met.
• 6. Participates in case conferences as determined by agency and documents.
• 7. Instructs patient, family, home health aides, COTAs, and other clinical staff regarding patient's treatment plan with follow up.
• 8. Coordinates care with patient, caregivers, RN Case Manager and other disciplines involved in patient's plan of care.
• 9. Identifies need for equipment and supplies and instructs patient and caregiver accordingly.
• 10. Responsible for ensuring insurance authorization prior to visiting patient as appropriate.
• 11. Participates in staff meetings, in-service programs, and other meetings as requested.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Occupational Therapy

EXPERIENCE

Three years of clinical experience in Occupational Therapy in an acute or sub-acute care setting. Home care experience desirable.

LICENSURE

Occupational Therapist with Valid (or eligible) Connecticut license.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplines. Must be adaptable, flexible, ability to learn quickly, use critical thinking skills, oversee COTAs. Strong computer skills.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity which may include heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing.