OT Home Health Occupational Therapy

OT Occupational TherapistIntermittent Home HealthNorthwest Chicago SuburbsPer Diem PositionMILEAGE PAYInterim Healthcare of Chicagoland has an IMMEDIATE OPENING for a Home Health Occupational TherapistJoin a dynamic team of professionals committed to improving the lives of others. Apply today!WE work to meet YOUR needs! OT Job Benefits:Competitive SalaryComprehensive Benefits IncludingBCBS group health insuranceVision and DentalSTD and LTDPTOHolidaysSick Days401 K planPerformance Bonus programEmployee Referral Bonus programFree Continuing EducationSmart Phone Payroll App for easy time keeping viewingSupportive work environmentCompany Issued iPadCompany Issued iPhoneMileage ReimbursementBi-Weekly PayStreamlined Orientation ProcessRemote meeting and training technologyOT Job Functions:Assist in the evaluation of the level of patient function and performance and equipment needsDevelop the resulting plan of care/treatment including appropriate long- and short-term treatment goalsComplete initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments at appropriate time points as assigned.Provide interventions and therapeutic treatment in accordance with the physician certified plan of careTeach compensatory technique to improve the level of independence in the activities of daily living (ADLs).Design, fabricate and fit self-help devices.Regularly assess changes in the patient''s statusAdvise and consult with the family and/or other caregiversPrepare and submit timely, legible, relevant and sufficient documentationParticipate in quality and performance improvement measuresPerform and prioritize multiple functions or tasks to effectively deal with multiple changes based on patient needTravel within geographic area serviced by the home care or hospice.Attend team meetings, training, and assists teammates as needed.OT Job Requirements:Reliable TransportationCPR Card (BLS)TB Test (current)Health ScreeningMust pass criminal background check, abuse background check and drug screening.Must provide a valid Driver''s License, current Auto Insurance, and Motor Vehicle ReportCurrent licensure or certification as an occupational therapist in the state(s) in which he or she will practiceGraduate of accredited OT education program as recognized by the American Occupational Therapy AssociationEvidence of passing the examination for OT administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational TherapyMinimum 2 years of recent Home Health experienceInterim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer who does not discriminate against applicants, employees or clients on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by the law.CB

Created: 2021-11-29