(Archived) Occupational Therapist- Part Time- Farmington

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Come join our growing team! The Care Team Home Health is looking for a Part-Time Occupational Therapist to care for patients in Lenawee, MI, and surrounding areas. We specialize in providing Home Care in the home and facilities. If you are looking for a new and exciting opportunity, we encourage you to apply today. A member of the recruiting team will be in contact with you to discuss this opportunity in more detail.

What you'll need to be successful in the role:

• Must be a graduate of an Occupational Therapy school approved by the Council of Medical Education of the A.M.A. in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Preferably should be a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association.

• Prefer at least one year of Home Health Care.
• Comprehensive knowledge of general therapy theory and practice and able to work independently.

• Licensed or registered in the State of Michigan.
• Must pass a criminal background check & MVR check.
• Completed health statement acknowledging ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Valid state drivers license.
• Proof of current automobile insurance.
• TB testing per agency policy; (1 or 2 step TB skin test within 12 months of hire & annual TB symptom screening thereafter).

What you'll get to do: Provide skilled occupational therapy service on an intermittent basis to patients in their homes in accordance with the physicians orders.

Additionally, the Home Health Occupational Therapist will:

• Assist the physician in evaluating the patients level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic procedures.
• Assist conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of the patients needs, including Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) assessments.
• Evaluate the patients significant other(s), and the home situation to determine what instruction will be required and what family assistance will be available in caring for the patient, as well as what other Agency and community services, will be required.
• Assure that the physicians orders are appropriate and discusses necessary changes.
• Assist in development and implementation of the interdisciplinary patient care plan to include Occupational Therapy in consultation with the physician.
• Guide and instruct the patient in prescribed therapeutic self-care and creative activities that are directed toward improving independence and physical and mental functioning.
• Instruct patient in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, splints, and prosthetic and orthotic devices.

• Innovation and industry-leading systems and technology
• Engaging Company Culture
• Competitive Compensation
• 401k with company match
• Growth from within through training, supportive leadership, and collaboration with the best of the best in your field
• Independence, Autonomy, and Flexibility!