Occupational Therapist PRN Home Health

Schedule

Prn or part time open. Shift: prn or part time dayshift. Orientation schedule Monday‑Friday dayshift for first two weeks.

431 HWY 53, CALHOUN, GA 30701

• Supervises and plans home health aide activities in the absence of other healthcare professionals.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills with all team members, patients, and families.
• Maintains clinical record information in accordance with established standards and within established time frames.
• Participates in orientation, in‑service, and staff meetings as scheduled, and develops professional and clinical skills through attendance at staff development meetings, educational activities, and professional affiliations.
• Participates in the team process through cooperative efforts with team members in developing the patient care plan and attending team conferences.
• Conducts home safety evaluations related to activities of daily living and communicates specific needs to the physician and appropriate team members.
• Instructs patients and families in the total occupational therapy program, including self‑care and creative activities aimed at improving independence, physical, and mental functioning.
• Establishes household management routines to support patient independence.
• Displays flexibility in accepting assignment changes and patient care responsibilities, including participation in weekend coverage and call rotation.
• Performs comprehensive initial evaluations on all patients requiring occupational therapy.
• Establishes and implements a plan of care with goals based on the patient’s current level of functioning and potential for improvement, in conjunction with the patient, family, caregiver, and physician’s orders.
• Continuously evaluates the patient’s response to the occupational therapy program and modifies the care plan as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Working knowledge of community resources and an ability to refer patients and families appropriately.
• Knowledge of Home Care Regulations and Third‑Party Reimbursement as it impacts care delivery.
• Entry level competency of occupational therapy practice, theory, principle, and applications as defined in competency department policies.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English.

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy. (Preferred)

• 1+ clinical experience as an occupational therapist in an acute or rehab setting. (Required)
• 1+ clinical experience as an occupational therapist in home health. (Preferred)

• Occupational Therapist (OT). (Required)
• Basic Life Support – CPR Certificate (BLS). (Required)
• Driver’s License (DL). (Preferred)

Physical Requirements -

$33.17 - $61.69

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state, and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations, and ordinances.