Occupational Therapist - Home Health (Santa Cruz)

Description

Who We Are
OPO Health was founded by healthcare and clinical leaders with over 50 years of combined expertise in Home Health, Hospice, and Private Duty Home Care. As a community-focused provider, we are dedicated to creating a better tomorrow—one patient experience at a time.

• Locally Owned & Operated
• Majority Women Board of Directors
• Women Owned & Operated
• LGBTQ+ Led, Owned & Operated

To learn more, visit our website: www.OPOHealth.com
Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @OPOHealth

Position: Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health
Employment Status: Part-Time or Per Diem
Location: Caseload based on your location preference.
(OPO Health is licensed in 15+ counties.)

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Patient Care:

• Evaluate patients’ functional status and assess their home environments for potential hazards or barriers to independent living.
• Identify equipment needs and participate in developing the total plan of care.
• Develop individualized treatment programs, establish functional goals, and communicate plans of care to the referring physician and other healthcare professionals.
• Teach new skills or retrain patients in daily activities affected by illness or injury, following organizational policies.
• Instruct patients in the proper use of adaptive equipment to enhance functional abilities.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, including clinical notes and reports, and promptly inform the physician of any changes in patients’ conditions.

Collaboration and Coordination:

• Ensure open communication with all personnel involved in the patient’s care to provide coordinated and efficient services.
• Identify and refer patients and families/caregivers to other home health services as needed.
• Provide training to patients’ families, caregivers, and other healthcare personnel regarding treatment regimens when appropriate.

Supervision:

• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in compliance with organizational policies and state regulations.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

• Active and unencumbered California Occupational Therapist (OT) license.
• Valid California driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
• Minimum of one (1+) year of relevant experience.
• Current CPR certification.

Benefits:

• Reimbursement for mileage, tolls, and parking.
• Cell phone reimbursement (if applicable).
• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle.
• Caseload assignments based on your location preference.