About the Role
KidsCare Home Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide therapy services to children with special needs in their homes. The company emphasizes a passion for pediatrics, community impact, and work-life balance, with opportunities for internal promotion and strong mentorship programs.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, organize, and conduct medically prescribed occupational therapy for pediatric patients.
- Direct patients and caregivers in tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance.
- Examine, evaluate, and administer remedial treatments for pediatric patients.
- Provide clinical treatment including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family/caregiver training.
- Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
- Communicate with patients and families regarding progress, problems, and home programs.
- Refer patients and families to appropriate services.
- Consult with physicians on patient progress and maintain records.
- Maintain supplies and equipment.
- Present at public education functions and in-service presentations.
- Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs.
- Attend Continuing Education activities.
- Maintain an adequate caseload with appropriate productivity.
- Participate in team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
- Collaborate with others through knowledge and skills sharing.
- Mentor students and new hires.
- Participate in professional organizations and activities.
- Demonstrate initiative and independent judgment.
- Serve as backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
- Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
- Current state-issued professional licensure.
- Valid state driver license.
- CPR certified.
- Pediatric clinical experience preferred.
- Home health experience preferred.
- Ability to read and write simple correspondence with effective public speaking in small groups.
- Excellent critical thinking skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to interpret instruction and solve practical problems.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Skills
- Occupational Therapy
- Pediatric Therapy
- Home Health
- Clinical Treatment
- Family/Caregiver Training
- Patient Care Coordination
- Communication
- Record Keeping
- Public Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Organization
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Database Activity
- Time Management
Location
- Home Health Setting
Work Type
- Full-time
- Home Health
Experience Level
- Pediatric clinical experience preferred
- Home health experience preferred
Education Level
- Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- 401K
- Professional development funds
- Tuition reimbursement
About the Company
- KidsCare Home Health is an ethical, therapist owned and operated home health company.
- We provide therapy services to children with special needs in the comfort of their own homes.
- Our leadership team recognizes the hard work and dedication of our therapists by promoting from within and by adding leadership roles that come with minimal stress levels.
- We have redesigned our mentorship programs so that everyone gets the guidance they desire.
- Our C.A.R.E. culture embodies the values of the organization.
