Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health, Escondido

Company: San Diego Home Health Care
Location: Carlsbad
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Occupational Therapist (OT)POSITION SUMMARY:As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you will evaluate and treat patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities in their homes. You will help patients recover, improve, and maintain skills needed for daily living.RESPONSIBILITIES:Evaluate patient functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.Evaluate home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent livingIdentify equipment needsProvide supervision to the Occupational Therapy AssistantsConduct an initial evaluation/assessment and report findings to the Health Care Provider and RN and develops the plan of care promptly for patientsDocument initial evaluation and treatment plan and re-evaluations of patients progress at least every thirty (30) days and update plan of care as necessary.Complete comprehensive assessments and OASIS data, as indicated on a timely basis.Observe, record and report to Health Care Provider the patients treatment, response and progress and promptly report significant changesObtain orders to revise plan of careInstruct patient/CG in the use of alternate methods and devices for upgrading independence in activities of daily livingWHO WERE LOOKING FOR:You are passionate about restoring function, relieving pain, and preventing disability by engaging with patients in the most meaningful setting the home. You are experienced and ready to bring your skills and knowledge to patients who need it most. You will provide the very best care in rehabilitation and skilled treatment for patients with chronic conditions, illnesses, surgery or injuries to achieve positive outcomes, improve the quality of life, and reduce risk for hospitalization while delivering exceptional careQUALIFICATIONS:Bachelors Degree and active Occupational Therapist license in the state of practice.Work experience of at least one (1) year under a qualified Occupational Therapist, home health experience preferable.Must have a vehicle, valid drivers license and automobile insuranceAbility to make home visits and provide occupational therapy evaluations and treatments in the home environment complete documentation effectively and submit in a timely mannerHome health and Home Care Home Base documentation experienceBENEFITS (available to full-time employees):Excellent pay, including 23 days PTO per yearHealth, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, short-term and long-term disabilityContinuing education & tuition assistanceGenerous referral bonus programADDITIONAL:Opportunities for advancementReferral bonus program refer other clinicians and receive a bonusOasis Virtual Assistant to streamline your assessment process by providing real-time data, personalized guidance, and automated organization, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.Tenured leadershipABOUT US:Our unique focus is on patient-centered care and evidenced-based medicine. This empowers our patients to achieve their optimal level of independence. We are a home health service provider enhancing the continuity of care for the patients we serve. Our mission is to help them achieve that goal.We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. The exact base pay offered for this role will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience.#hpsdhhHome Health company based in California. At Elevate Home Health, we provide the highest level of Home Health Services with exceptional patient outcomes.Pay: $55 - $65 / hourPay:Signing bonusBenefits:Paid time offHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceDisability insurance401(k)Referral programJob Type: fulltime, parttimeEducation: Bachelor's degreeWork location: On-siteby Jobble

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