About this role
Join our exceptional team of dedicated home health professionals! For over 110 years, Kline Galland has been a trusted leader in senior care, providing compassionate, high-quality services that help older adults maintain their independence and quality of life.
We are currently seeking a Full-Time (30-40 hours per week) Occupational Therapist to join our Home Health team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of the patients we serve.
Service Area: King County NORTH AND EAST SIDE
Position Summary
As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you will partner with patients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to help individuals safely and independently perform daily activities within their home environment. You will assess patient needs, develop personalized treatment plans, and provide education and support that promotes functional independence and improved quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments of patients' physical, functional, cognitive, psychological, and perceptual abilities, as well as home safety needs.
- Establish measurable, patient-centered goals and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Collaborate with patients, families, caregivers, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to develop and revise plans of care.
- Plan, evaluate, and implement occupational therapy interventions for an assigned caseload.
- Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
- Supervise Home Health Aides and other support personnel as appropriate.
- Monitor patient progress and evaluate outcomes, adjusting treatment plans as needed to maximize independence and safety.
- Develop and coordinate discharge plans to support successful transitions and ongoing care needs.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on adaptive techniques, home safety recommendations, energy conservation strategies, and the proper use of adaptive equipment.
- Recommend environmental modifications and assistive devices to enhance patient function, safety, and independence at home.
Qualifications
Must have OT license registered in the State of Washington, current driver's license and car insurance
Home Health experience highly preferred but not required.
- Able to maintain strict confidentiality with regard to protected and sensitive information
- Must be able to solve problems independently and confidently by applying analytical and logical thinking.
- Prioritize workload so as to meet productivity standards and applicable deadlines.
- Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management techniques
- Able to use standard office equipment and software proficiently.
- Able to effectively communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying educational levels.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, work-life balance, and professional growth:
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity Insurance and Flexible Spending Account
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer, helping qualified employees pursue federal student loan forgiveness
- 403b with employer contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Leave
- Mileage reimbursement
- Continuing education / CEU support
- Supportive and mission-driven team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement