Home Health Occupational Therapist PRN
About the job
- A Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy is required.
- An active state license as an occupational therapist, or satisfaction of the requirements listed in 42 CFR §484.115(f), is required. Military spouses with an equivalent out-of-state license are welcome.
- Proficient therapy skills according to accepted standards of practice are required.
- CPR certification is required.
- Knowledge of durable medical equipment is required.
- Reliable transportation, valid auto liability insurance, and a current driver’s license are required.
- The role involves working in patients’ homes under various conditions, with possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally, with occasional exposure to unpleasant weather, is required.
- Perform ongoing clinical assessments to determine patient needs.
- Evaluate patients’ occupational performance in self-care, work, leisure, and rest.
- Assess and facilitate therapeutic interventions for range of motion, strength, coordination, adaptive equipment, and functional mobility.
- Develop and evaluate patient care plans in collaboration with patients, caregivers, and representatives.
- Document clinical notes, phone orders, and other records promptly and accurately.
- Provide education and counseling to patients and caregivers.
- Supervise and guide occupational therapy assistants and home health aides as necessary.
- Apply infection control and standard precautions during patient care activities.
- Communicate with physicians and healthcare practitioners involved in the patient’s care.
- Meet continuing education requirements and demonstrate professional growth and competency.
- Promote the agency’s philosophy and policies to ensure high-quality care.
- A minimum of one year of home health experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with HomeCare HomeBase software is a plus.
About the company
Halcyon Home runs home health, hospice and personal care services for people who need support in their homes or senior living communities across Texas. Its services span recovery from illness, help with everyday activities and comfort-focused care at the end of life, letting families arrange different levels of support through one provider. Nurses and therapists treat medical needs, while caregivers assist with tasks such as bathing, meal preparation and companionship. The business sells care tailored to each client, and its hospice teams also support patients' families with emotional and spiritual care. Halcyon Home was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Austin, TX
Founded
2011
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What believers are saying
- Scheduling has flexibility: Halcyon advertises flexible schedules on its careers page.
- Caregiver benefits extend beyond wages: one Halcyon posting lists medical insurance, dental coverage and a 401k.
- Small assignments are welcome: Halcyon sets no minimum hours or shift requirements for home-care clients.
What critics are saying
- Field work requires transportation: Halcyon makes reliable transportation a condition on its careers page.
- Caregiver shifts include short assignments: the advertised role spans day and night shifts lasting one to twelve hours.
- Clinical demand depends on medical authorization: Halcyon requires a physician order for skilled home-health care.
What makes Halcyon Home unique
- Clinical ownership shapes the business: Halcyon is privately owned by a physician assistant.
- Clinical teamwork has dedicated time: Halcyon says most clinicians work full time and discuss patients together weekly.
- Families get a private coordination space: Halcyon links Careopolis, a free, invitation-only, multilingual website.
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