GHC - Occupational Therapist - FFS - Valence Care Family of Home Care Companies : Job Details

JOB SUMMARY: To plan, implement and provide occupational therapy services as prescribed as by the attending physician. QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of an Occupational therapy school approved by: The American Occupational Therapy Association; The Council on Medical Education and American OT Association of the Council on Medical Education of Hospitals for the American Medical Associate.

A License and current registration to practice as a Registered Occupational Therapist in New York State.

Two (2) years institutional and/or home care experience required.

Satisfy the state health status requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assesses occupational therapy needs by applying objective diagnostic and prognostic test.

Prepares initial assessment of the patient's condition and perform periodic re-assessments.

Prepare initial assessment of the patient's condition and perform periodic reassessment.

Develops a plan of care in accordance with the authorized practitioner's prescription for therapy services.

The plan must include the type of services rendered estimated duration of treatment, and amount and frequency of visits.

The patient's plan of care must include clearly defined, measurable short and long term goals with time frames to measure outcomes.

Provides occupational therapy treatment according to established goals, in collaboration with the patient's physician.

Documents the patient's response to treatment and modify the treatment plan and objectives as needed after notifying the patient's physician.

Instructs health care personnel, the patient and family in the techniques and principles necessary for safe management and maximum restoration of mobility and function.

Completes cases conferences, 60 day, and transfer and discharge summaries when indicated.

Prepares all documentation on the appropriate forms.

Participates in the development and periodic revision of the physician's Plan of treatment with the Home Care Coordinator.

Participates in case conferences, staff meeting and in-service programs as needed and as designated by the Rehab Manager.

Works with other members of the Interdisciplinary Team to develop appropriate interventions in order to achieve clinical and functional goals

Participates in the agency's Quality Assurance Performance Improvement/PIP as assigned.

Submits visit notes, at least weekly, or within 7 days after completion of each home visit,

15. Provides written Home exercise programs to client and Home Care coordinator and instruct patient/family/caregiver as per physician's instructions. 16. Demonstrates sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding suspected violation of corporate compliance regulations. 17. Reports all suspected violations to supervisor, Compliance Officer or Compliance Hotline. 18. Performs other duties as assigned. The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the jobs as identified and shall not be considered as detailed description of all work requirement that may be inherent in the position Salary Range: $80 - $100 per visit, depending on the type of visit. *Please note visit rates may vary depending on location, type of visit, and population. Other details

• Job Family Girling NY
• Job Function Girling NY
• Pay Type Salary
• Employment Indicator Fee For Service
• Travel Required Yes
• Travel % 100
• Telecommute % 0
• Required Education Bachelor's Degree
• Job Start Date Friday, August 16, 2024

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