Home Health Occupational Therapist

Role Overview

• Evaluates the patient's physical, perceptual, cognitive, social, and vocational abilities and their impact on the patient's activities of daily living
• Conducts an occupational therapy evaluation of each patient and establishes a plan of care and treatment
• Maintains and updates accurate clinical and patient records according to state and federal guidelines
• Plans and implements individual treatment to re-train and teach compensatory techniques for residual disability in activities of daily living
• Communicates problems to physicians and management and clearly states plans, actions and goals so changes are reflected as they occur
• Manages assigned caseload, including scheduling and informing site leadership of coverage needs
• Teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to patients and caregivers

Requirements

• Occupational Therapist license issued by the state of Wisconsin
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
• A valid drivers license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles
• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Typically requires 3 years of experience in occupational therapy within an acute hospital, home health care, or other relevant environment
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical skills with the ability to work independently and make sound judgments
• Good human relations, organization, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word) or similar products

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short
• and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program