Provide care to clients in their home accordance with the plan of care and with participation by the family, nurse or other persons as necessary
Guide and instruct the client in prescribing therapeutic self-care and create activities that are directed toward improving independence and physical and cognitive functioning
Participate in the development of the plan of care
Prepare a diagnostic evaluation report of each client and make recommendations
Prepare clinical and progress notes
Advise, consult and teach appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients, family member and other agency staff
Establish household management routines
Design and/or order appropriate adaptive/assistive devices and/or splints to promote optimal level of functioning
Instruct clients and their families in activities of daily living
Attend care conferences as deemed necessary
Instruct the family in the clients total occupational therapy program
Maintains a high degree of confidentiality at all times due to access to sensitive information
Maintains regular, predictable, consistent attendance and is flexible to meet the needs of the department
Follows all Medicare, Medicaid, and HIPAA regulations and requirements
Abides by all regulations, policies, procedures and standards
Performs other duties as assigned

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum
Certified as an occupational therapist by AOTA, American Occupational Therapy Association
Current Occupational Therapist license in the state in which practicing
Minimum one year of work experience as an Occupational Therapist
Must have a valid NM Drivers license
Must possess current CPR and First Aid Certification
Must demonstrate ability to exercise independent judgment with limited supervision
Must be comfortable working in a home health care setting within a clients residence
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Flexible schedule, including availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
Must be well organized and, excellent to time-management and attention to details skill

Home Care Occupational Therapist

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