Home Health Occupational Therapist - Per Diem Central Valley

Job Title/Position: Occupational Therapist

Hourly Rate Range:  $55 - $60 per hour

Schedule: Per Diem (must work at least 8 hours per month)

Company Overview:
Gateway Home Health Corp. is a locally owned, Medicare-certified, and Joint Commission–accredited agency dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality home health services. Founded by a physical therapist and a retired Air Force captain, our team combines professional expertise with genuine care to help patients thrive in the comfort of their own homes.

Why Join Us:

• Competitive pay above market rates
• Paid drive-time between patients
• Flexible scheduling – part-time & per diem available
• Benefits for eligible employees include full medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan after the first year with the employer, paid time off, and holiday pay. The range varies based on commitment and whether the position is full-time or part-time.
• Supportive, innovative work environment
• Continuing education opportunities

Responsibilities:

1. Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care.

2. For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy.

3. Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.

4. May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.

5. May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.

6. May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.

7. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy.

8. Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.

9. Attends and contributes to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.

10. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate.

11. Instructs patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patient’s treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.

12. Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.

13. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.

14. Participates in discharge planning for patient.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured and in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Qualifications:
• Current CPR/ BLS Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Customer service experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
• Ability to work independently and make sound clinical judgments
• Proficient computer skills for documentation and data management
• Experience with Synergy EMR is preferred but not required
• Experience documenting accurate OASIS data is preferred but not required
• Understanding of the PDGM Medicare model
• Other duties as assigned

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, qualifications, or benefits associated with the role.

Salary : $55 - $60