Occupational Therapist-Bartholomew County

Brief DescriptionSuburban Home Health is a jointly owned venture between several Suburban Health Organization hospital systems here in central Indiana! We work as an extension of the hospital consortiums you trust in your community, with the goal of improving care across the continuum for our homebound patients. Join our team and make a difference in your community!Job DescriptionThe Occupational Therapist assesses and treats patients in the home in order to assists them in the development and execution of activities of daily living.Evaluates patient’s functional status as well as the home environment to identify hazards or barriers to achieve more independent livingPerforms appropriate diagnostic musculoskeletal, neurological and functional skills tests to develop a treatment plan that establishes goals for improved functionCommunicates plan of care to referring physician and collaborates with other clinicians to ensure patient needs are metEducates patients on the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve functionProvides instruction on proper posture/ body mechanics to promote prevention of injury and maximize therapeutic outcomesEducates patients concerning how to maximize quality of life within the limits of their physical capabilitiesProvides guidance and education to family members and caregivers to ensure patients continue to sustain improvement with their physical, mental or cognitive disordersDocuments all changes in patient’s condition and updates care plans and outcomes accordinglySupervises the care provided by Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants to ensure proper care is deliveredInstructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks when therapy is the only skilled serviceParticipates in discharge planning for the patientRequirementsBasic QualificationsMust be a graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy and holder of a current permanent or temporary license from the Indiana Medical Licensing BoardAbility to demonstrate knowledge and technical skill necessary for providing competent, comprehensive patient care.CPR certification required.Must possess an Indiana Driver's license and automobile liability coverage as required by the State of Indiana.Ability to travel to all regions serviced by the agency in various weather conditionsMust have the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodationSummarySuburban Home Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Suburban Home Health is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and workplace violence. All employment decisions at Suburban Home Health are made based on job requirements, individual qualifications, or business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristics under applicable law. Suburban Home Health creates a culture with zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment and seeks an environment of inclusion and respect at work.