Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy; Master's Degree preferred
Current California license in Occupational Therapy
BLS certification required
1+ years of experience in a healthcare setting preferred
Strong understanding of patient evaluation and treatment planning
Responsibilities
Evaluate adult and geriatric patients to determine functional impairments
Collaborate with physicians and team members to create and adjust care plans
Obtain physician orders for all provided care
Conduct ongoing assessments of patients and their equipment needs
Counsel patients and caregivers on achieving care goals
Notify healthcare professionals of significant changes in patient conditions
Benefits
Competitive pay
Generous benefits package
Supportive work environment
Monday to Friday schedule with weekend rotation
Opportunity to work in diverse locations within Sonoma and Marin Counties
Full Job Description
This full-time position offers competitive pay, generous benefits and a supportive work environment.
We are seeking a Home Care Occupational Therapist who will follow established policies and procedures to evaluate and treat a caseload of patients with impaired functional ability in their place of residence the HH OT will have accountability for the coordination of care, implementation of physician orders, and provision of care from admission to discharge.
Sonoma County with coverage to Marin County as needed
By the Bay Health follows all CDPH vaccine requirements for healthcare personnel.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Evaluates adult, and geriatric patients. Interprets findings to determine the nature and extent of dysfunction
Collaborates with physician, patient, and team members to establish, implement, and evaluate a plan of care including goals and periodically revises patient's treatment/ care plan
Obtains required physician orders for all care provided. Provides comprehensive ongoing assessment of the patient and the patient's equipment needs
Counsel patient/caregiver in meeting patient's needs and goals. Notifies the patient's attending physician and other appropriate healthcare professionals and staff members of significant changes in the patient's condition in a timely manner
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in occupational therapy or equivalent; Master's Degree preferred
One year's experience in a health care setting preferred
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: • Current California license in Occupational Therapy • BLS required
