Occupational Therapist - Home Health - VNA Health

About Us:
At VNA Health, our mission is to revolutionize healthcare through compassion and innovation, ensuring every individual's well-being is prioritized. We're dedicated to empowering our employees to make a real difference in the lives of our patients and communities, driving positive change in healthcare. Join us in our mission to provide exceptional care and improve the health and dignity of those we serve.

Why Join Us:

• Fully-paid insurance premiums including dental, vision, basic life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual from the first day of employment.
• Wellness Benefit providing $1,000 annual reimbursement for fitness and wellness expenses.
• Financial wellness program with matching 403(b) Retirement Plan and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Supportive company culture promoting employee well-being through Hybrid Work Models and programs like the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and public transportation reimbursement.
• Competitive Compensation: $54 - 60 hourly

Job Summary:
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement. Respects and promotes the mission, values, and vision of VNA Health.

Job Duties:

• 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.
• 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 function. 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 train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
• 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.
• Attends and contributes to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.
• Knowledge of state, federal, local and accreditation (CHAP) regulations for the delivery of home health services.
• Instructs patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patient’s treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.
• Participates in discharge planning for patient.

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 Therapy Association.
• Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Possess and maintains current CPR Certification.

Physical Qualifications:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to push/pull 50 lbs
• Ability to stoop, bend, and squat
• Ability to walk up one flight of stairs
• Ability to walk one mile
• Ability to sit for one hour, minimum
• Visual and audio acuity

Apply today to be considered for our Occupational Therapist role or email recruiter@vna.health with your resume.

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