Capable Program Occupational Therapist, Full-time at HOSPICE SAVANNAH INC

Savannah, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Occupational Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Clinical Assessment, Home Care, Patient Interaction, Action Plans, Team Collaboration, Safety Evaluation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: Hospice Savannah Inc. - SAVANNAH, GA 31406 SUMMARY: The Occupational Therapist (OT) will implement the "CAPABLE Program" after completion of required training through Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing CAPABLE training. The OT will assess and implement strategies at people's homes who have agreed to participate in CAPABLE. The CAPABLE program consists of up to six occupational therapy contacts with program participants. The OT meets with participants in the person’s home unless otherwise determined. The OT uses training and Motivational Interviewing techniques to conduct a semi-structured clinical interview to identify and prioritize problem areas. The OT captures the goals of the participant in up to 3 Action Plans and creates a Work Order for the Handy Worker. The OT interacts and communicates with the CAPABLE RN and other team members as needed. The GAP program is a home- based transitional program that helps chronically- ill older adults obtain Long Term Care Medicaid funded services, while helping to support their immediate needs. Within the GAP program, the Occupational Therapist will evaluate and assess for safety and egress for the participant. CORE VALUES: The Occupational Therapist is expected to model the Hospice Savannah Corporate values. Excellence – I bring my best everyday. Accountability – I take responsibility for my own performance. Compassion – I impact life’s most sacred moments. Teamwork – I can’t do my job without you. Stewardship – What I do today ensures tomorrow. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy. Licensure from Board of Occupational Therapy required. Ability to work from a collaborative, client-centered model. Willingness and ability to implement a protocol and balance clinical judgment. At least one year experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist required. Preferred Qualifications include experience with home care with older adults highly preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demand of the Occupational Therapist requires moderate visual concentration for patient charting/documentation. This position carries a risk of exposure to infectious diseases and requires skill in standard safety precautions. The Lead Occupational Therapist requires the mobility to ambulate or lift a patient with or without the assistance of devices more than 75 pounds using proper body mechanics. WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position works 30-40 hours per week, with occasional requests to work additional hours as needed. At times, due to patient census and acuity, this position may be required to remain on site at Hospice House during meal breaks. The Occupational Therapist position may be required to provide care in what has been determined by local authorities as a high-risk crime area and in unsafe situations (potential or actual). The Occupational Therapist must be able to accurately, timely and concisely document the patient/family encounter using a computer. The Occupational Therapist is required to perform patient visits utilizing their personal vehicle. IND123

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will implement the CAPABLE Program by assessing and implementing strategies for participants in their homes. They will conduct clinical interviews, create Action Plans, and collaborate with team members as needed.