Summary: The Occupational Therapist (Home Care) administers prescribed occupational therapy plans of care to restore function; prevent disability following disease, injury or loss of body part; and promote maximum activity performance while living within the limits of his/her capabilities. The Occupational Therapist performs evaluations, treatments, assessments and discharges; provides patient and family/caregiver education, home exercise programs and makes safety and equipment recommendations specific to the patient’s needs within his/her home environment. Must meet per diem business requirements. Education: Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited educational institution is required. Licensure: Rhode Island Occupational Therapist license is required. Massachusetts Occupational Therapist license is strongly encouraged, but not required. Current driver’s license is required. BLS/CPR is required. Experience: A minimum of six months of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist is required. Clinical experience in the areas of acute care, acute rehabilitation, sub-acute rehabilitation, long-term care and/or outpatient rehabilitation is preferred. Skills and Abilities: The Occupational Therapist must demonstrate competency in clinical assessment and treatment skills; electronic medical record documentation; e-mail; cell phone usage and basic computer functions such as Microsoft Word. He/she must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in customer service and evidence-based practice. Working Conditions, Occupational Environment and/or Safety Requirements : The Home Care Occupational Therapist is required to provide direct care within the patient’s home environment. Clinical work requires the ability to sit,stand, bend, lift, carry, walk, ascend/descend stairs and manage therapy-related equipment.
