Home Health Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Optimal Care is growing and proactively building our talent pipeline for future opportunities. While this role may not be immediately available, we invite you to submit your resume to this posting. A member of our Recruiting team will reach out to discuss opportunities with you.

Optimal C are is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.

Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We're committed to supporting your professional growth, valuing your expertise, and creating an environment where you can do your best work every day.

As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care to patients and families every day.

We are a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice that encourages collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. From chronic disease management and rehabilitation to end-of-life care, our focus is on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

We live a simple Mission: Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.

Optimal Care is hiring an Occupational Therapist!

The Occupational Therapist administers occupational therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician or advanced practice practitioner's orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Home Health leadership team.

In this position you will be required to: 

• Evaluate patient's functional status including muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.

• Evaluates home environment for hazards and barriers to more independent living

• Participates in the development of the individualized plan of care including equipment needs. 

• Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function

• Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other organization professionals.

• Teaches new skills or retrains patients in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with the agency's policy

• Maintains appropriate clinical records, progress notes, and reports to the physician or advanced practice practitioner any changes in the patient's condition. Submits records in accordance with the agency's policy

Required Qualifications

• A 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

• 1-year clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist preferred

• Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association

• Requires interpersonal skills and ability to communicate professionally and effectively with staff, patients, and caregivers

• Knowledge of medical terminology required

• Able to demonstrate problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail

• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills

• Demonstrates ability to handle multiple priorities, documentation requirements and deadlines.

• Reliable transportation and valid automobile insurance coverage

• Sit, stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently

• Ability to lift at least 35lbs and bear the weight of an average adult effectively

Desired Qualifications

• Home Health experience preferred

• Familiarity with Home Care Home Base (HCHB)

Location

• Office Location:  Saginaw, MI

• Main Service Area:  Saginaw, MI and surrounding area

Hours

• Office Hours: 8AM - 5PM, Monday - Friday

Pay Range

$75,000—$96,000 USD

How We Care for You

• Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle Program for field roles
• Pet Insurance
• ID and Fraud Protection
• And more...

Background Screening

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Screening is completed by a third-party administrator, the Michigan Long-Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Reasonable Accommodations

We offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive. Please reach out to us if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe an exceptional place to work begins with diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.