Occupational Therapist

I. JOB SUMMARY

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.

II. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s).

2. Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care.

3. Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling.

4. Provides patient and caregiver education.

5. Communicates with the physician who is responsible for the home health plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current home health plan of care.

6. Evaluates patient’s 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.

7. 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.

8. Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function.

9. 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.

10. May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.

11. May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.

12. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy.

13. Participates and contributes in the HHA’s quality assessment and performance improvement program and HHA-sponsored in-service training, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.

14. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate.

15. Instructs patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patient’s treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.

16. Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.

17. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.

18. Participates in discharge planning for patient.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

III. JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

1. Must be licensed where the HHA is located if licensure if required.

2. Must have graduated from an OT program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (“ACOTE”) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (“AOTA) or any successor organization of the ACOTE.

3. Must be eligible for or have taken the OT certification examination administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (“NBCOT”).

4. Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.

5. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

6. Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification.

7. The ability to drive and/or have access to transportation for agency related travel (e.g. community partners, patients, etc.) is an essential function of the job. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, maintain automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile.

IV. WORKING ENVIRONMENT (check all that apply)

Blood & Bodily Fluids Latex Odors, Chemicals

Disease Hazardous Drugs Other:

TB (to require mask) Mechanical/Electrical Other:

V. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Please complete based on a normal day’s work.

Employees are asked to sign a statement indicating whether they can perform the essential functions of their position.

Requests for accommodation will be considered on an individual basis.

Classification Max Frequent Occasional This Job

Sedentary 10 lbs --------------------- ---------------------

Light 25 lbs 10 lbs ---------------------

Medium 50 lbs 25 lbs 10 lbs

Heavy 100 lbs 50 lbs 20 lbs

Very Heavy > 100 lbs --------------------- ---------------------

Frequent Occasional Limited

> 50% of day 20% -50%of day Up to 20% of day

Sitting

Twisting/turning from waist

Standing

Climbing

Crawling

Left/right foot movement

Walking

Bending

Kneeling

Squatting

Push/Pull objects

Reaching above shoulder level

Reaching below shoulder level

Handing (holding, grasping, working

with hands)

Repetitive movement of the hand

(includes typing and ten-key use)

Check if Appropriate

Senses needed to perform essential functions of the position: Hearing, talking, depth

perception, color, vision, touch and smell.

Maintain a stable posture and gait with hands free to perform anticipated or routine

and emergent patient care.

Endurance (cardiovascular fitness)

Physically and mentally able to work extended hours when necessary

VI. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I have read this job description and fully understand the requirements and notices set forth therein. I hereby accept the position and agree to perform the identified essential functions in a safe manner and in accordance with the Company’s established policies and procedures. I agree to request guidance from my Supervisor in the event that I am unsure of how to interpret any policy.

I further understand that my employment is at-will and thereby understand that my employment may be terminated at-will either by the Company or myself, and that such termination can be made with or without notice.

This position consistently supports and promotes compliance with the Code of Conduct by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the agency, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements (if applicable), and all policies and procedures.