Occupational Therapist - Home Health (Emeryville)

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health

OPO Health was founded by healthcare and clinical leaders with over 50 years of combined expertise in Home Health, Hospice, and Private Duty Home Care. As a community-focused provider, we are dedicated to creating a better tomorrow—one patient experience at a time.

• Locally Owned & Operated
• Majority Women Board of Directors
• Women Owned & Operated
• LGBTQ+ Led, Owned & Operated

Employment Status: Part-Time or Per Diem Location: Caseload based on your location preference. (OPO Health is licensed in 15+ counties.)

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Patient Care:

• Evaluate patients' functional status and assess their home environments for potential hazards or barriers to independent living.
• Identify equipment needs and participate in developing the total plan of care.
• Develop individualized treatment programs, establish functional goals, and communicate plans of care to the referring physician and other healthcare professionals.
• Teach new skills or retrain patients in daily activities affected by illness or injury, following organizational policies.
• Instruct patients in the proper use of adaptive equipment to enhance functional abilities.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, including clinical notes and reports, and promptly inform the physician of any changes in patients' conditions.

Collaboration and Coordination:

• Ensure open communication with all personnel involved in the patient's care to provide coordinated and efficient services.
• Identify and refer patients and families/caregivers to other home health services as needed.
• Provide training to patients' families, caregivers, and other healthcare personnel regarding treatment regimens when appropriate.

Supervision:

• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in compliance with organizational policies and state regulations.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

• Active and unencumbered California Occupational Therapist (OT) license.
• Valid California driver's license and proof of auto insurance.
• Minimum of one (1+) year of relevant experience.
• Current CPR certification.

Benefits:

• Reimbursement for mileage, tolls, and parking.
• Cell phone reimbursement (if applicable).
• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle.
• Caseload assignments based on your location preference.