What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health - Occupational Therapist (OT) position at Argus Home Health Care?
Company Description
Argus Home Health Care has been able to help many, with our vast array of medical services, since 1990. Because we’ve been around for so long, we’ve been able to perfect our expertise and professionalism in serving those in need of health care, in their own home.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide quality care in the home environment, emphasizing preventative and restorative medical care, with compassion and respect for each individual served.
Job Description
Position: OT - Home Health
Position Summary
Provides occupational therapy services in clients’ homes as prescribed by the physician and offers consultation and education to agency staff.
Level of Responsibility
Works under agency policies and client care plans. Reports to the Argus Home Care administrator or designee and supervises assigned personnel.
Responsibilities
Position Qualifications
Benefits:
Argus Home Health Care has been able to help many, with our vast array of medical services, since 1990. Because we’ve been around for so long, we’ve been able to perfect our expertise and professionalism in serving those in need of health care, in their own home.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide quality care in the home environment, emphasizing preventative and restorative medical care, with compassion and respect for each individual served.
Job Description
Position: OT - Home Health
Position Summary
Provides occupational therapy services in clients’ homes as prescribed by the physician and offers consultation and education to agency staff.
Level of Responsibility
Works under agency policies and client care plans. Reports to the Argus Home Care administrator or designee and supervises assigned personnel.
Responsibilities
- Patient Care:
- Conduct initial and ongoing evaluations, including OASIS assessments.
- Develop and update care plans with the physician and care team.
- Identify barriers, set goals, provide treatment, education, and equipment.
- Coordinate services and plan discharge.
- Evaluate care effectiveness.
- Documentation:
- Record evaluations, treatments, and client responses promptly.
- Document conference outcomes and quality assurance data.
- Attend care conferences, staff meetings, and in-service programs.
- Provide education and consultation to clients, families, and staff.
- Supervise aides, therapy assistants, and paraprofessionals.
- Maintain professional knowledge through education, professional organizations and workshops.
- Perform other related duties as needed.
Position Qualifications
- Active Colorado OT license
- Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum approved by the Council of Medical Education of the American Medical Association, and the American Occupational Therapy Association
- Experience in Home Health preferred, but not required
- Valid Driver's License & clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
Benefits:
- PAID training!
- Flexible schedule
- Work - Life balance, no overnight services
- 401k
- PRN $75 - $85 per visit
Salary : $75 - $85