Home Health Occupational Therapist 89K+ per year

LHC Group
US - Florida - Gainesville
January 4, 2025

LHC Group is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist for a job in Gainesville, Florida.

& Requirements

Specialty: Occupational Therapist
Discipline: Therapy
Duration: Ongoing
Employment Type: Staff

*Please note that the salary will be commensurate with experience.

Summary

We are hiring for an Occupational Therapist.

At Mederi Caretenders, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As an Occupational Therapist, you can expect:

the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships

continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities

independence and autonomy

career growth possibilities

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist in Home Health is responsible for the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status, activities of daily living, fine motor coordination, home assessments and adaptive equipment, and other occupational therapy needs as defined by medical conditions.

Provides service within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of Occupational Therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, using evidence-based techniques, and in coordination with other members of the health care team.

Evaluates the patient's functional status, status of all body systems as required for CMS documentation, and occupational therapy needs. Consults with the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.

Observes, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition.

Conducts patient assessments evaluating the level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

Current Occupational Therapy licensure in state of Florida
Current CPR certification
Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public

Company OverviewLHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.
Mederi Caretenders a part of LHC Group family of providers - the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.

LHC Group Job ID #2025000175. Posted job title: Occupational Therapist

About LHC Group

LHC Group is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.

Benefits

Holiday Pay
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
401k retirement plan
Continuing Education
Employee assistance programs

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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