Per Diem Occupational Therapist

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Job description

Physicians Choice Home Health is hiring a per diem Occupational Therapist to provide care to patients in their private residences, group homes, assisted living facilities, and independent living facilities. We also need coverage for Pahrump, NV area.

This position is highly flexible and allows the Occupational Therapist to make his or her own schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE :
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Licensed with the State Board of Occupational Therapy and registered with American Occupational Therapy Association.
At least one year of experience as an Occupational Therapist; home health experience is preferred.
Current CPR certification.
Negative TB test.
Vaccination against COVID-19, preferred but not mandatory.
Current driver's license and automobile insurance.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

Reports directly to Home Health Director of Nursing.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Provides Occupational Therapy services to clients according to a written physician's plan of care.
Develops a treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other agency professions.
May teach new skills or retrain client in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with company policy.
May fabricate splints and instruct client in use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
May train client in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
Secures and maintains medical equipment/assistive living devices relevant to client's needs/conditions.
Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the client's condition. Submits these records in accordance with company policy.
Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the client's care to promote coordinated, efficient care.
Identifies client and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers, as necessary.
Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants in responsibilities.
Participates in performance improvement activities as well as survey and accreditation process.
Maintains professionalism while representing PCHHC as an employee.
Adheres to infection control policies and guidelines.

These statements set forth the basic tasks and duties of the job but are not intended to provide a detailed description of all functions that may be required to perform the job satisfactorily. Major tasks, duties, and responsibilities may vary according to state regulations.

Interested applicants should include an email address within their resume.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $90.00 per hour

Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Medical Specialty:
Geriatrics
Home Health
Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Experience:
Occupational Therapists: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:
Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
Las Vegas, NV: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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