Occupational Therapist- Home Health

Lexington, VA 24450 | 37.786659166 | -79.455050662BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) for a per‐diem opportunity performing home health visits for our home health office located in Lexington, VA. This office services adult and geriatric patients on a per‐visit basis in homes throughout Alleghany County, VA. Prior home health experience is required for this position.As a home‐care Occupational Therapist, you will be an integral member of a multidisciplinary health care team that provides rehabilitative care and skilled nursing to clients, affording them the opportunity to receive the medical care required to remain at home.ResponsibilitiesMake home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.Perform thorough evaluations of patients' functional status, including muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, and ADL/IADL performance.Assess cognitive, psychological and motor aspects of performance and develop individualized intervention plans to achieve favorable outcomes.Evaluate home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living.Identify equipment needs and environmental adaptations resulting in enhanced outcomes for clients.Continually assess and revise the occupational therapy care plan, and participate with nursing in the multidisciplinary care plan, as appropriate.Educate and instruct patients, family members, or other patient representatives in rehabilitative care and activities necessary to promote the client's health, safety and independent living.Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations pertaining to patient care management and services provided, utilizing a state‐of‐the‐art touch pad tablet.QualificationsA current VA Occupational Therapist license.Prior home care experience preferred, but not required.A minimum of one year of recent work experience as an Occupational Therapist.Graduation from an occupational therapy program accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the AMA and the AOTA.Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem‐solving skills.Solid computer skills; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.BenefitsEnjoy being part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values.Feel confident, safe, and supported with PPE supplies, comprehensive infection prevention protocol, daily pre‐screens, and close monitoring of the COVID‐19 outbreak.Develop your skills with training and scholarship opportunities.Advance your career with specially designed career tracks.Be recognized and rewarded for your compassion, excellence, and reliability.Benefits may include mileage reimbursement, weekly pay and direct deposit, scholarship opportunities, one‐on‐one training, recognition programs, referral bonuses, 401(k) with company match, and opportunities for career advancement.BAYADA believes that our employees are our greatest asset. BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non‐discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here. Apply now for immediate consideration.#J-18808-Ljbffr