Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health

At Ardent Home Health and Hospice, Our patients and their loved ones are the center of our work. Our team of professionals has a passion for providing superior, thoughtful care, and works to improve the quality of life for our patients, their loved ones, and caregivers by creating an atmosphere of acceptance and respect for all.

At Ardent, our culture is nurtured by our core values: Celebration, Accountability, Passion for Learning, Loving One Another, Intelligent Risk, Customer Second, and Ownership. Your growth is important to us. We set individual and team goals to ensure that we continue to grow together and serve our patients & their families at the highest standard.

Join a dynamic company that believes in a team approach and focuses on doing what is best for our patients. As a Occupational Therapist (OT) with Ardent, you will have the opportunity to advance your career while receiving strong compensation and excellent benefits.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an occupational therapist (OT) to be responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.

DUTIES AND RESPSONSIBILITY

• Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling.
• Provides patient and caregiver education.
• Communicates with the physician who is responsible for the home health plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current home health plan of care.
• Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.). 
• Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living.  Identifies equipment needs.  Participates in the development of the total plan of care.
• Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function.
• Teaches new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.
• Fabricates splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
• Trains patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Valid CA OT License
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• 2+ years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.

PAY RANGE: $45.00 - $60.00 per hour