Occupational Therapist (OT, Therapy) - HomeCare

Occupational Therapist

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as an Occupational Therapist.

Hartford HealthCare at Home, the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut, has been fulfilling our mission for more than 115 years. Our Person-Centered Care Model allows our colleagues to learn and grow within our organization, all while providing integrated support to the patient. As part of Hartford HealthCare, we leverage cutting edge technology to provide quality care in our client's home. Most importantly, our colleagues are appreciated for the real differences they make in both the lives of their clients and their clients' families.

The Occupational Therapist independently evaluates patients' level of function and determines, develops, and implements individualized treatment goals and plans in alignment with the patient/caregiver goals. Determines treatment strategies and delivers Occupational Therapy services that promote health and wellness, prevent injury or disability, improve and develop self-dependency and maintenance, productivity, leisure, perceptual motor function, rest, mental, cognitive physical, sensory-perceptual, psychosocial developmental, and emotional wellbeing in a variety of contexts and environments in order to maximize function in the areas of daily living, leisure/recreation, and productivity/work. Delegates patient care responsibilities to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and application Occupational Therapy to maximize the patient's functional independence. May work in an Inpatient, Outpatient, Home Care, Skilled Nursing, or Assisted Living environment.

Upon Physician referral, performs thorough evaluation of patient's level of function. Performs evaluations for upper extremity strength, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, perceptual-cognitive motor function, and functional abilities of daily living. Recognizes physiological, psychological, and age-related changes in the patient. Consults with other Health Care Team members as necessary.

Develop an individualized patient centered treatment plan of care. Evaluate care plan on an on-going basis, revising as necessary in accordance with patient's care needs. Establish measurable goals with the patient/family based on appropriate patient care protocols and critical paths in order to meet patient needs. Notify Physician of any changes in status or progress.

Deliver therapeutic techniques that are appropriate to patient's needs and medical status. Implement, deliver and delegate patient care by utilizing appropriate interventions and clinical decision making. Therapeutic techniques to support every day activities include but are not limited to fine motor skills, exercises to improve gross motor skills, and techniques to support and to maximize function in the areas of daily living, leisure/recreation, and productivity/work.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor's of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy

Preferred Education: Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy or Doctor of Occupational Therapy

Preferred Experience: Previous experience as an Occupational Therapist

Required Licensure: Current State of CT Occupational Therapy license

For new grads: Requires Temp State of CT Occupational Therapy License; Temp State of CT Occupational Therapy license limited to 120 days. Failure to obtain State of CT Occupational Therapy license in accordance with State of CT Guidelines will result in termination. Basic Life Support (BLS) (BLS upon hire or within 30 days of hire: varies by facility) For Home Care Only: Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.