Occupational Therapist (OT)

• To be responsible for evaluating, planning, and administering comprehensive occupational therapy modalities to patients in their place of residence.

• Valid Occupational Therapy license, in good standing with the State of Kansas City.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy curriculum.
• At least 2 years’ work experience preferred, with prior home healthcare experience preferred.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Current health certificate/physical examination and TB testing.
• Ability to relate positively and favourably with patients and staff.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, along with good documentation skills.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy modalities and scope of occupational therapy practice in the State of practice.
• Flexible, organized, and able to exercise sound judgment.
• Sound communication in English; additional languages will prove a distinct advantage.
• Strict adherence to dress code and legal practice standards.
• Completes annual education requirements.
• Always maintains patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrates effective time management and organizational skills.
• Attends staff meetings and participates in departmental in-services.
• Ensures compliance with policies and procedures regarding department operations, safety, and infection control.
• Participates in the organization’s performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
• Practices in accordance with the professional and Agency code of conduct.

• Performing accurate and comprehensive assessments.
• Obtaining physician orders for certification and recertification of home occupational therapy.
• Communicating changes in patients'''' clinical status to healthcare team members and our client’s office staff.
• Coordinating care planning with physicians, patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Delivering occupational therapy modalities appropriate to the patient’s clinical status and needs.
• Educating patients, families, and caregivers in appropriate occupational therapy modalities.
• Synthesising data from physical examinations to make clinical judgments regarding patient management.
• Identifying and addressing risks to patient safety and implementing interventions to reduce those risks.
• Assessing the need for durable

• Our client is seeking a highly competent, conscientious, dedicated, and compassionate Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients'''' lives.
• Our client is seeking a professional OT eager to join their team, where they prioritize patient-centred care and a supportive work environment. They are currently seeking a skilled OT to provide comprehensive therapy services in patients'''' residences.
• Our client is an Equal Opportunity employer; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions without compromising patient care.

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