COTA Home Health PRN

Assessment and Plan of Care/Treatment: Evaluates patient's occupational performance at discharge according to department policy and procedures. Collaborates with the supervising Occupational Therapist on a treatment program based on patient/family needs, goals, strengths, age, abilities, and preferences. Consults with physicians, other rehabilitation team members, patient and family to design a coordinated treatment plan. Performs patient treatment through the use of appropriate occupational therapy interventions. Re-evaluates patient's physical, cognitive and psychosocial status, in addition to environmental factors, to modify/terminate the treatment program as appropriate. Maintains active and supportive communication with patients and others concerned regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process. Prepares patient for discharge, through instruction of patient and family (caregivers) and written home programs as necessary. Manages schedule to meet departmental productivity expectations using sound clinical and professional reasoning. Attends staff meetings, program meetings, and in-services. Maintains accurate daily billing charges and productivity log. Documents evaluations, progress notes, case conference updates, appropriate scores, letters of medical necessity, discharge recommendations, family/patient education, and all other forms in accordance with department policy and procedures. Maintains accurate, comprehensive, and professional written documentation. Perform other duties as may be required from management.