Staff Position

Home Health Occupational Therapist
Alternate Solutions Health Network LLC
Canton, OH

$55-82/per visit
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Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Setting
    Home Health

Pay

Estimated total pay
$55-82/per visit

Qualifications

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Description

Agency:

Mercy Medical Center Home Health and Hospice

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.               

Note: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), require COVID-19 vaccinations for all Medicare and Medicaid certified providers.  Based on this regulation, all of our employees must be fully vaccinated or have a valid exemption.

SCHEDULE: Full-Time, Part-Time, PRN Availability

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:
Care and compassion are at the heart of what you'll do as an Occupational Therapist (OT). You'll be part of an interdisciplinary team that focuses on providing compassionate quality care and producing positive outcomes for your patient population.  You'll provide home-based therapy care for patients as directed by the attending physician. Interacting with patients' families while caring for your patients and experiencing the rewarding privilege to be part of every step of their recovery journey.  Home care provides context and real-world perspective about what will really help patients restore their health.

WHAT WE OFFER:
We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives.  On a pay per visit model, the more visits you make, the more you will earn!  We pay mileage and have bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions.  Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you.  Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.

HOW YOU'LL WORK:
You'll provide comprehensive skilled services as ordered by the attending physician. You will educate patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. You are accountable for completing accurate documentation and remaining compliant with all legal rules and regulations.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: 

  • Plan of Care: Provide skilled occupational therapy as ordered by the attending physician.  Observe, record, and report patient reactions, changes, and progress to attending physician and any appropriate agency staff.  Develop an individualized OT plan of care and make adjustments as needs change.

  • Evaluation: Evaluate the patient’s level of functioning by applying diagnostic and prognostic procedures.

  • Patient Outcomes: Use activities and home exercise programs to improve range of motion, muscle strength, and coordination through passive/active exercise and/or activity.

  • Minimize Patient Risk: Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions.

  • Family Educator/Advocate: Counsel patient and family on the disease/injury and how to manage in all phases of occupational therapy. Instruct patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices.

  • Supervision: Oversee and supervise total care of patient provided by COTA.

  • Communication/Collaboration: Communicate with the COTA on supervisory visit results.

  • Policies: Completes all clinical documentation following agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.

  • Rules and Regulations: Understand and follow agency policies, procedures, rules, and regulations and communicate changes in schedule/availability to schedulers or supervisors.

  • Operations: Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings.

HARD & SOFT SKILLS:

  • Compassionate communicator with a positive attitude

  • Patience is a virtue when working with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers

  • Attention to detail is critical, as is being observant and following directions

 
REQUIREMENTS

  • Occupational Therapist with a current license in the state of employment. 

  • Minimum one-year experience as a OT in an acute care setting. Home care experience preferred.  

  • Valid driver's license and auto insurance in your name as a driver  

  • Capable of all physical demands

We are proud to be part of the Alternate Solutions Health Network family.

Canton, OH

We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work.  Apply today!

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Alternate Solutions Job ID #7321. Posted job title: Occupational Therapist Home Health (Ot)

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Alternate Solutions Health Network LLC

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About Canton, OH

Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Canton, OH is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • The average high in summer is around 82°F, and the average low in winter is around 19°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Canton, OH, and they are relatively easy to find.
Transportation
  • Canton is car-friendly with easily accessible roads and parking.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Canton, OH has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Canton offers a variety of activities including dining at places like Gervasi Vineyard & Italian Bistro, the Canton Brewing Company, and the George D.
  • Haydu Lofts.
  • There are also cultural attractions such as the Pro Football Hall of Fame, William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, and the Warther Museum.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the nearby parks and recreational areas.
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