Role: The Occupational Therapist provides age-appropriate rehabilitative care to patients, addressing physical, emotional, developmental, psychosocial, and educational needs. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and revise individualized care plans, ensuring all patient goals are met.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver direct patient care through assessment, therapeutic exercises, education, and treatments in the patient’s home.
- Manage patient rehabilitation needs, adjust visit frequency based on progress, and ensure documentation accuracy.
- Coordinate care with supervisors and team members, reporting changes to physicians.
- Educate patients and caregivers to promote independence and support recovery.
- Participate in staff training, continuing education, and professional development.
- Maintain compliance with regulatory guidelines and ensure timely documentation in electronic medical records.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program and valid licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
- Minimum of 1 year full-time occupational therapy experience; home health experience preferred.
- Valid Georgia Driver’s License and private vehicle insurance.
- Current BLS certification (including instructor and provisional if applicable).
- Strong assessment, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with computer systems and understanding of home health operations, reimbursement, and regulatory standards.