Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive assessments of patient needs.
• Performs evaluations, assessments, and routine therapy visits.
• Develops and implements patient care plans in consultation with physicians and intradisciplinary team.
• Guides and instructs patients in therapeutic self-care, creative activities, and use of assistive devices.
• Educates and counsels families and patients in Occupational Therapy programs.
• Establishes goals and performs re-evaluations based on the patient’s current level of functioning.
• Arrange outpatient services when necessary.
• Evaluate effectiveness of therapy and update care plan accordingly.
• Document and chart all services rendered.
• Submit ALL clinical notes and progress notes within 24 hours of each care visit.
• Instruct other team members in Occupational Therapy techniques.
• Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and paraprofessionals.
• Supervises Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Participates in meetings, conferences, and in-service programs.
• Participates in discharge activities and completes discharge summaries.
• Adhere to federal, state, and accreditation requirements.
• Regularly check the schedule to see assigned patients.
• Must maintain patient privacy and confidentiality (HIPPA)

Assists in The Agency Admission Process

• Obtains relevant medical history.
• Evaluates patient and home situation for necessary instructions and assistance.
• Ensures appropriateness of physician’s orders and discusses changes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Occupational Therapy school approved by the AMA in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Licensed in Maryland.
• Minimum of six months institutional/home health experience.
• Knowledge of home health, OT techniques, and documentation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with managers and staff.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Current CPR certification.
• Effective communication in English is required.

Job Conditions

• Must have a driver’s license and be able to drive to client residences.
• Ability to access homes, which may not be wheelchair accessible.
• Physical requirements may involve lifting and carrying patients and equipment.
• Adequate hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity needed to perform duties and communicate effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.

Equipment Operation: Utilizes occupational therapy and medical equipment, along with hand-washing materials.