Occupational/Physiotherapist

Performs Occupational Therapy assessments of patient functioning levels, plans short and long term goals toward improving/restoring independence and physical/cognitive functioning; and implements developed treatment programs, approved by the attending physician. Provides guidance and instruction to patients/family members of developed therapeutic, creative, and self care procedures/activities; Instructs the patient/family members in use of appropriate orthotic or prosthetic equipment; and may also design and fabricate customized adaptive and assistive devices, with training for their use.

Maintains adequate clinical and progress notes and submits all required paperwork in a timely manner according to Agency policy.

Periodically reports to the physician on the patient’s treatment, response, and progress, and assists the physician in determining any necessary changes in the treatment program.

Arranges for outpatient occupational therapy services that cannot be rendered in the home, as necessary.

Provides consultation to, and instructs other members of the home health team in the use of necessary equipment, techniques, modalities and basic activity programs, when needed, and as requested.

Maintains communication with the Physical Therapist and/or Nurse/Case Manager.

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DUTIES Performs Occupational Therapy assessments of patient functioning levels, plans short and long term goals toward improving/restoring independence and physical/cognitive functioning; and implements developed treatment programs, approved by the attending physician. Provides guidance and instruction to patients/family members of developed therapeutic, creative, and self care procedures/activities; Instructs the patient/family members in use of appropriate orthotic or prosthetic equipment; and may also design and fabricate customized adaptive and assistive devices, with training for their use.

Maintains adequate clinical and progress notes and submits all required paperwork in a timely manner according to Agency policy.

Periodically reports to the physician on the patient’s treatment, response, and progress, and assists the physician in determining any necessary changes in the treatment program.

Arranges for outpatient occupational therapy services that cannot be rendered in the home, as necessary.

Provides consultation to, and instructs other members of the home health team in the use of necessary equipment, techniques, modalities and basic activity programs, when needed, and as requested.

Maintains communication with the Physical Therapist and/or Nurse/Case Manager.

CRITICAL DEMANDS Must be able to meet the physical demands of providing occupational therapy services, such as ambulating patients, transferring patients, assisting with exercises, etc.

Qualifications Must possess a Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from a school with an Occupational Therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Council of Medical Education of the American Medical Association in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association.

Must hold a license/registration as an Occupational Therapist, issued by the State of Michigan.

Current Michigan driver’s license and/or reliable transportation with proof of automobile insurance of personal vehicle for business use.

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