Occupational Therapist - Home Health (Santa Cruz) at OPO Health LLC

Santa Cruz, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Occupational therapy, Patient evaluation, Home health care, Treatment planning, Adaptive equipment instruction, Clinical documentation, Care coordination, Supervision of COTA, Patient education, Functional status assessment

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Who We Are OPO Health was founded by healthcare and clinical leaders with over 50 years of combined expertise in Home Health, Hospice, and Private Duty Home Care. As a community-focused provider, we are dedicated to creating a better tomorrow—one patient experience at a time. Locally Owned & Operated Majority Women Board of Directors Women Owned & Operated LGBTQ+ Led, Owned & Operated To learn more, visit our website: www.OPOHealth.com Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @OPOHealth Position: Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health Employment Status: Part-Time or Per Diem Location: Caseload based on your location preference. (OPO Health is licensed in 15+ counties.) Essential Functions and Responsibilities Patient Care: Evaluate patients’ functional status and assess their home environments for potential hazards or barriers to independent living. Identify equipment needs and participate in developing the total plan of care. Develop individualized treatment programs, establish functional goals, and communicate plans of care to the referring physician and other healthcare professionals. Teach new skills or retrain patients in daily activities affected by illness or injury, following organizational policies. Instruct patients in the proper use of adaptive equipment to enhance functional abilities. Maintain accurate clinical records, including clinical notes and reports, and promptly inform the physician of any changes in patients’ conditions. Collaboration and Coordination: Ensure open communication with all personnel involved in the patient’s care to provide coordinated and efficient services. Identify and refer patients and families/caregivers to other home health services as needed. Provide training to patients’ families, caregivers, and other healthcare personnel regarding treatment regimens when appropriate. Supervision: Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in compliance with organizational policies and state regulations. Requirements Qualifications and Skills: Active and unencumbered California Occupational Therapist (OT) license. Valid California driver’s license and proof of auto insurance. Minimum of one (1+) year of relevant experience. Current CPR certification. Benefits: Reimbursement for mileage, tolls, and parking. Cell phone reimbursement (if applicable). Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle. Caseload assignments based on your location preference.

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate patients' functional status and home environments to develop and implement individualized treatment programs. They will also coordinate care with physicians and other healthcare professionals while supervising Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.