Occupational Therapist (Home Care)

Overview

• Provide professional rehabilitation services to patients in their homes, focusing on functional independence and quality of life improvement.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals tailored to patient needs.
• Ensure compliance with physician orders, organizational policies, and regulatory standards in therapy delivery.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate services and ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and functional training strategies.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Participate in discharge planning and adjust interventions based on clinical outcomes.
• Adhere to productivity standards in a part-time home care setting.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct in-home patient evaluations within required timeframes to establish therapy needs.
• Develop functional treatment plans with both short- and long-term goals.
• Deliver skilled occupational therapy services as per physician’s plan of care.
• Maintain precise and complete EMR documentation including evaluations and progress notes.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust therapy interventions accordingly.
• Educate patients and caregivers on effective home exercise programs.
• Collaborate with care team members to ensure coordinated service delivery.
• Participate in discharge planning and ensure seamless transition of care.
• Respond promptly to clinical communications and maintain scheduling requirements.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in occupational therapy; 3 years preferred.
• Active Occupational Therapist License in New Jersey.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
• Proficiency in computer systems and electronic medical records (EMR).
• Experience in home care therapy is highly desirable.
• Physical ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Capability to stand and perform clinical duties for extended periods.