Bridge Home Health and Hospice
Occupational Therapist (OT) - PRN
Bridge Home Health and Hospice, Walnut Creek, California, United States, 94598
Overview:
Are you looking for a place where you can make a genuine difference in our patients lives?
Our culture of love for our patients and employees is the top priority. Our commitment to our Core Values allows us to be the provider and employer of choice. We embrace a diverse workforce and understand that our employees are key to providing quality care and our most important resource.
Join us today and grow with us!Responsibilities:The occupational therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement. Any direct patient care provided will be performed as defined by the state Occupational Therapy Practice Act.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIESEvaluates patients functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care.For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy.Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improveMay train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthoticMaintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patients condition. Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy.Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patients care to promote coordinated, efficient care.Attends and contributes to inservices, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate.Instructs patients family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patients treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.Supervises certified occupational therapy assistants according to organization policy and stateWhen therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.Participates in discharge planning forMust adhere to the company attendance and reliability guidelines, which are an essential function of the job to ensure quality, and consistent patient care.Qualifications:Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational TherapyRegistered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational TherapyLicensed as an occupational therapist by the California Board of OccupationalTwo years of clinical experience as an occupationalDemonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organizationPossess and maintains current CPRLicensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.
Additional Information:We are invested in our employees and their well-being. Benefits Include:Competitive compensationDynamic, fun, team-oriented work environmentCountless growth and development opportunitiesFlexible SchedulesMedical, dental and vision insuranceCompany Paid Life insuranceMileage ReimbursementPTOPaid HolidaysPaid Sick DaysEmployee Assistance Program401KFSAAnd so much more!We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws
Are you looking for a place where you can make a genuine difference in our patients lives?
Our culture of love for our patients and employees is the top priority. Our commitment to our Core Values allows us to be the provider and employer of choice. We embrace a diverse workforce and understand that our employees are key to providing quality care and our most important resource.
Join us today and grow with us!Responsibilities:The occupational therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement. Any direct patient care provided will be performed as defined by the state Occupational Therapy Practice Act.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIESEvaluates patients functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care.For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy.Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improveMay train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthoticMaintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patients condition. Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy.Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patients care to promote coordinated, efficient care.Attends and contributes to inservices, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate.Instructs patients family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patients treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.Supervises certified occupational therapy assistants according to organization policy and stateWhen therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.Participates in discharge planning forMust adhere to the company attendance and reliability guidelines, which are an essential function of the job to ensure quality, and consistent patient care.Qualifications:Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational TherapyRegistered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational TherapyLicensed as an occupational therapist by the California Board of OccupationalTwo years of clinical experience as an occupationalDemonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organizationPossess and maintains current CPRLicensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.
Additional Information:We are invested in our employees and their well-being. Benefits Include:Competitive compensationDynamic, fun, team-oriented work environmentCountless growth and development opportunitiesFlexible SchedulesMedical, dental and vision insuranceCompany Paid Life insuranceMileage ReimbursementPTOPaid HolidaysPaid Sick DaysEmployee Assistance Program401KFSAAnd so much more!We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws