Occupational Therapist-Home Health

Job description

Overview
Occupational Therapist, Home Health
Make a Difference Where Patients Need It Most
As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you'll help patients regain independence, improve daily functioning, and achieve their highest quality of life in the comfort of their own homes. Working as part of a collaborative healthcare team, you'll assess patient needs, develop individualized treatment plans, and coordinate care to ensure the best possible outcomes.
What You'll Do
• Evaluate patients' physical, cognitive, and functional abilities in the home setting.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans to improve independence and safety.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic techniques, adaptive equipment, and home safety strategies.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Communicate effectively to support smooth transitions and timely patient care throughout the healthcare system.
• Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Support the organization's mission, values, and commitment to exceptional patient-centered care.

What We're Looking For
• Passion for helping patients achieve greater independence and quality of life.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

Department Description
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org .
EOE
Licensure
Licensed Occupational Therapist Required
Education
Bachelor's Degree Occupational Therapy Required Master's Degree Occupational Therapy Preferred
Experience
1 Year Clinical - Occupational Therapy Required 1 Year Clinical - Home or Community Health Preferred