Occupational Therapist - Nursing Home jobs in Allentown, PA

Occupational Therapist - Nursing Home plans and conducts individualized occupational therapy programs in a nursing home environment to help patients develop, regain, or maintain their ability to perform daily activities. Teaches patients skills/techniques and how to use adaptive equipment for participating in activities. Being an Occupational Therapist - Nursing Home studies, evaluates, and records patients' activities and progress. May require a master's degree. Additionally, Occupational Therapist - Nursing Home typically reports to a manager. Typically requires Occupational Therapist certification. Occupational Therapist - Nursing Home's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Occupational Therapist
  • Human Touch Home Health
  • Allentown, PA FULL_TIME
  • ob Description

    Human Touch Home Healthcare is looking for an Occupational Therapist (OT) in Allentown, PA you and surrounding areas.

    The occupational therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.

    Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

    • Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.).  Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living.  Identifies equipment needs.  Participates in the development of the total plan of care.
    • For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy.
    • Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function.  Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Organization professionals.
    • May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.
    • May fabricate splints and instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.
    • May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
    • Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition.  Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy.
    • Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.
    • Attends and contributes to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.
    • Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate.

    Job Title/Position: Occupational Therapist

    • Instructs patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patient’s treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.
    • Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
    • When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
    • Participates in discharge planning for patient.

    The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

    Position Qualifications

    • Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredit­ed jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
    • Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
    • Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.
    • Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
    • Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification.
    • Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
    • Home health experience is a plus.
    • Excellent clinical and assessment skills.
    • Solid work history with demonstrated longevity in the workplace

    Company Overview: Human Touch Home HealthCare has been around for over 27 years, with multiple locations through Virginia, Washington DC, Maryland, and Pennsylvania we offer one of the most comprehensive selections of career opportunities in the industry ranging from per diem to full-time. We provide skilled and non-skilled care. Human Touch Home Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status

  • 14 Days Ago

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Occupational Therapist Home Health - Work-Life Balance!
  • Interim Healthcare of Mercer
  • Phillipsburg, NJ PART_TIME
  • Physical therapist requested per diem for home care in Warren and Hunterdon Counties. Competitive pay!Great for those looking to pick up a few extra hours here and there!Pediatric and adult patients!G...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Dietary Manager (Nursing Home)
  • Greenwood Center for Nursing and Rehab
  • Tamaqua, PA FULL_TIME
  • Greenwood Center for Nursing and Rehab is seeking a Dietary Manager for our skilled nursing facility in Tamaqua, PA. As a Dietary Manager, you are responsible to direct, evaluate, and monitor the staf...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Occupational Therapist OTR -- Skilled Nursing Facility SNF -- High Paying
  • Pinnacle Rehab Staffing
  • Bangor, PA FULL_TIME
  • Overview We are looking for a Full Time (40 hours a week) Occupational Therapist (OTR) for a high-paying, permanent position in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). The Occupational Therapist OTR will en...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Business Office Manager (Nursing Home)
  • Greenwood Center for Nursing and Rehab
  • Tamaqua, PA FULL_TIME
  • Greenwood Center for Nursing and Rehab is seeking a Business Office Manager to join our skilled nursing facility in Tamaqua, PA! You will develop, implement and maintain systems to operate the busines...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Occupational Therapist
  • Enhance Therapies
  • Phillipsburg, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Overview Tender Touch Rehab Services is hiring! We are looking for a passionate full-time Occupational Therapist to join our growing team. *** Ask us about our Acceptance Bonus *** Highlights of our O...
  • 19 Days Ago

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0 Occupational Therapist - Nursing Home jobs found in Allentown, PA area

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Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN
  • Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Morgantown, PA
  • Description Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital is proud to be ranked #2 Nationally and the only inpatient rehabilitation ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Occupational Therapist (OT) *Part Time*
  • Phoenix Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
  • Phoenixville, PA
  • The Phoenix Center is seeking part-time Occupational Therapist (OT). The purpose of this position is to provide diagnost...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Occupational Therapist - Travel Contract
  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Flemington, NJ
  • Pay up to $1954 per week We're seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist for a contract position at a reputable area fac...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Occupational Therapist
  • Accentcare
  • Pottsville, PA
  • Overview: Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Home Health Occupational Therapist Reimagine Your Home Health Occupational ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Certified Occupational Therapist
  • Accentcare
  • Pottsville, PA
  • Overview: Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Home Health Occupational Therapist Reimagine Your Home Health Occupational ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Occupational Therapist - Home Health
  • Accentcare
  • Pottsville, PA
  • Overview: Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Home Health Occupational Therapist Reimagine Your Home Health Occupational ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Occupational Therapist - Hiring Now
  • Accentcare
  • Pottsville, PA
  • Overview: Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Home Health Occupational Therapist Reimagine Your Home Health Occupational ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Home Health Occupational Therapist
  • Accentcare
  • Pottsville, PA
  • Overview: Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Home Health Occupational Therapist Reimagine Your Home Health Occupational ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Allentown (Pennsylvania Dutch: Allenschteddel) is a city located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is Pennsylvania's third most populous city and the 231st largest city in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 118,032 and is currently the fastest growing city in all of Pennsylvania. It is the largest city in the metropolitan area known as the Lehigh Valley, which had a population of 821,623 residents as of 2010[update]. Allentown constitutes a portion of the New York City Combined Statistical Area and is the county seat of Lehigh County. ...
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Income Estimation for Occupational Therapist - Nursing Home jobs
$84,802 to $97,042
Allentown, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago