Occupational Therapist

Company: At Home Healthcare
Location: Tucson
Posted on: October 18, 2024

Job Description:

Job DescriptionWe are hiring an Occupational Therapist.
At Home Healthcare, part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.  ​
​As an Occupational Therapist, you can expect:​

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•  the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships 
  
•  continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
  
•  independence and autonomy 
  
•  career growth possibilities 
  
  Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.
  • Provides service within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of Occupational Therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, using evidence based techniques, and in coordination with other members of the health care team.
  • Evaluates the patient's functional status, status of all body systems as required for CMS documentation, and occupational therapy needs. Consults with the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.
  • Observes, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition.
  • Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient and the family/caregivers, regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress towards goals..
  • Completes all patient evaluations and develops the OT plan of care within state specific guidelines. Reports outcomes of evaluation, goals, and anticipated projected frequency of care to nurse supervisor within 24 hours of the evaluation.
    • Current Occupational Therapy licensure in state of Arizona
    • Current CPR certification
    • Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle

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