Occupational Therapist
On-siteLauderhill, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Evaluate, administer remedial treatments, and conduct occupational therapy screenings for pediatric patients within home health settings. Direct patients and caregivers in selected tasks to restore or enhance performance while providing family training on home programming and discharge planning. Coordinate care with office staff, consult physicians on progress, and maintain appropriate records. Maintain supplies, participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement programs, and mentor students and new hires. Serve as backup service provider for other caseloads as needed. Requires Master's degree, state licensure, and valid driver's license. Full benefits package includes health, dental, vision, 401K, and tuition reimbursement.
Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current state-issued professional licensure
- Valid state driver license
- CPR certified
- Must be able to lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements
- Ability to read and write in simple correspondence
- Effective public speaking in small groups
- Excellent critical thinking skills
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Ability to interpret instruction with the ability to solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables
- Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping and routine database activity
- Manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Demonstrate initiative and independent judgment in performing all job responsibilities
Desired Qualifications
- Pediatric clinical experience
- Home health experience
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