Occupational Therapist OT Home Care
Core
Evaluate, plan, and supervise occupational therapy treatment for patients in their homes to promote independence and safety.
Role type
Home care occupational therapist (IC)
Builds
Individualized home-based rehabilitation plans for patients recovering from acute stays or illness
Domain
Home health care / Rehabilitation
Required skills
Functional assessment, treatment planning, discharge planning, interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation, patient education, delegation
Preferred skills
Experience with orthopedic, neuro, or cardiac rehabilitation
Technologies
Electronic medical record systems (Home Care Home Base)
Responsibilities
Evaluate patient functional abilities and establish measurable treatment goals; Implement individualized treatment plans considering patient needs; Document treatment progress and modify plans as indicated; Communicate patient status and care rationale to physicians and families; Supervise and delegate tasks to COTAs and technicians; Participate in departmental process improvements.