OT Home Health

Occupational Therapist - Home Health (PRN)

Location: Albany GA

Essential Functions

OUTCOMES AND EVALUATIONS

Develops expected outcomes that provide direction for continuity of care. Involves patient/family and other disciplines to determine expected outcomes. Modifies expected outcomes based on changes in the assessment of the patient. Includes the patient and others involved in the care in the evaluation process. Evaluates the plan in relation to patient responses and expected outcomes. Documents the results of the evaluation.

CARE PROCESSES

Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care. Bases care decisions on plan of care. Monitors and documents patient response. Establishes rapport with clients. Adapts communication style listens and responds to patient needs. Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment. Provides effective interventions. Respects patients confidentiality and privacy. Supports social spiritual and cultural needs of patients and families. Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.

ASSESSMENT AND DIAGNOSIS

Collects data in a systematic and ongoing process. Issues are identified and diagnoses are developed based on assessment data. Prioritizes data collection based on the patient's condition and needs. Identifies expected outcomes and plan based on diagnoses or issues.

CARE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION

Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses. Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team. Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner. Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan. Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate. Utilizes appropriate community resources and systems to implement the plan.

DOCUMENTATION

Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion. Clearly and accurately documents designated processes policies products service offerings etc. Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers/users. Uses correct terminology. Conforms to required style and format.

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE

Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role. Understands equipment operation. Maintains equipment in working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems. Uses technology to increase productivity. Adapts to new technology.

Additional Duties

Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines. Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values mission and vision of the organization. Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures. Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e. self-education attends ongoing educational programs). Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age sex weight and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas has attended training and demonstrates usage of age-specific customer service skills. Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy - Required

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy - Preferred

Experience

1 year Occupational Therapy - Preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Relations

Grammar / Spelling

Read / Comprehend Written Instructions

Follow Verbal Instructions

Basic Computer Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Licenses Certifications and Required Training

OT - Occupational Therapist Registered - Upon Hire - Required