Occupational Therapist, Home Health

The Occupational Therapist position at Sutter Health involves providing direct patient care services under the supervision of the Clinical Manager. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a health care related area and a Master's in Occupational Therapy is preferred. Candidates must have at least one year of professional experience, preferably in home health or hospice settings. The position offers a competitive salary and a $10,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates. As an Occupational Therapist at Sutter Health, you will provide direct patient care services under the supervision of the Clinical Manager. Your role will involve implementing physician plans of care, supervising aides, and coordinating care within an interdisciplinary team. You will be responsible for ensuring that care is delivered effectively and efficiently, meeting the unique needs of each patient.

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

• SCAH-Sutter Care at Home
• Bay

Position Overview:$10,000 sign-on bonus available to external candidates - in accordance with Sutter Health policy + excellent benefits!

Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Occupational Therapist is responsible for the delivery of appropriate, adequate, effective, efficient direct patient care services assigned by the Primary Care Clinician and approved by the Clinical Manager. Responsibilities include implementation of the physician plan of care, obtaining physician orders, preparing aide plan of care, supervision of aides, and coordination of care within an interdisciplinary team and participating in effective utilization management and control of patient supplies. Consistently provides care based on the age-related needs of the unique population with consideration of their development/psychosocial needs, environmental safety, educational needs, communication style, and level of understanding. The Occupational Therapist is accountable to the Primary Care Clinician for ensuring that the plan of care is implemented following professional standards of care and agency specific protocols. May provide direction and clinical supervision to an Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Job Description:

EDUCATION

• Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
• Other: OT graduate from accredited curriculum
• Bachelor's: Science, health care related area of study.
• Master's: Master's in Occupational Therapy

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

• OT-Occupational Therapist
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• DL-Valid Drivers License Class C
• AUTO-Automobile Insurance

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

• 1 One year of professional experience required.
• 1 One year of experience in a home health and/or hospice position preferred.
• 5 Direct patient care experience within the past five years required.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills: with legible handwriting for documentation of patient records in a clear and concise manner.
• Basic understanding of home care services, clinical standards of care and practice, Title XXII, Medicare Conditions of Participation, CHAP home health accreditation requirements, QI outcomes/benchmarking, infection control; good understanding of reimbursement patterns for Medicare and other payors; good working understanding of budget and other financial reports.
• Self-starter with a high degree of initiative, motivation, flexibility, energy and creativity.
• Ability to form harmonious working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated leadership and negotiation skills and the ability to manage resources for patient care in a cost effective manner.
• Excellent collaborative and problem solving skills with customers and management.
• Ability to exercise independent sound judgment in planning and providing patient care.
• Demonstrated ability in physical, psychosocial, and environmental assessment skills and in implementing plan of treatment.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must be able to meet company productivity standards as indicated by organization and manager.
• Must be able to handle sensitive issues, conflict with or among others, respectively direct and reinforce staff efforts; effectively plan and organize and prioritize work, think critically to both effectively plan and organize department operations consistent with Sutter Care at Home’s strategic and operating objectives and to effectively solve unique problems as they arise or identify when to consult supervisor.
• Must be able to deal with challenging work environment with time demands and occasional conflicting priorities.
• Maintain a positive and professional image and demonstrate self-directed learning to meet professional development and/or license requirements.
• Is responsible for maintaining all required licensure and certifications.
• At orientation and annually thereafter, must be able to meet Sutter Care at Home core competencies for position and area of specialty, as appropriate.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

• Monday
• Friday

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $53.75 to $72.19 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

• We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization:

SCAH-Sutter Care at Home:

• Bay Position Overview:$10,000 sign-on bonus available to external candidates - in accordance with S Responsibilities
• The candidate will be responsible for implementing the physician plan of care for patients.
• You will supervise aides and coordinate care within an interdisciplinary team.
• The role requires maintaining effective communication with patients and their families.
• You will ensure compliance with clinical standards and agency protocols.
• The candidate will be accountable for managing patient supplies and resources effectively. Skills
• Occupational Therapy
• BLS Certification
• Patient Care
• Communication Skills
• Clinical Standards
• Leadership Skills
• Problem Solving
• Organizational Skills
• Assessment Skills
• Home Care Services
• Negotiation Skills
• Time Management Education
• A Bachelor's degree in a health care related area of study is required.
• A Master's degree in Occupational Therapy is preferred.