License Practical Nurse (LPN)

Position:  Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Summary: Provide nursing care to patient in the home setting.  Observe and assess the client and/or caregiver to enhance the quality of life.  Demonstrate individualized creativity in educating the patient and/or caregiver.  Follow nursing policy and procedure per agency standards.  Follow the plan of care according to physician orders.  Demonstrate understanding of Medicare and Medicaid regulations.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements:  

Licensed Practical Nurse.

Minimum of 2 years experience in a healthcare setting.

Excellent oral and communication skills.

Responsibilities/essential functions: The person in this position must be able to perform the following essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Demonstrate efficient teamwork with the staff.

Demonstrate organizational and time management skills.

Support quality improvement practices. 

Perform nursing procedures according to agency policy and procedures. 

Work under the direction of a RN.

Monitor reactions and patient progress using observation, assessment, and evaluation skills.

Educate patients and family members according to disease process, medications,  POC, treatment options, and home care procedures according to the plan of care.

Report to physician and RN of adverse findings.

Follow Medicare and Medicaid regulations. 

Coordinate and monitor patient care and services. 

Comply with HIPAA regulations in and out of the office.

Follow infection control policy in and out of the office.

Document skilled visit according to Medicare guidelines.

Maintain patient records according to policy and procedures.

Participate in in-services, workshops, seminars, and self-study courses annually.

not inclusive of responsibilities and job duties.

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Certified Nurse Aide/ Home Health Aide (CNA-HHA)

Position:  Certified Nurse Aide/ Home Health Aide

Job Summary: Provide supportive and personal services for the patients with consideration of dignity and privacy. Provide personal care and hygiene to home health patients.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements:  

Graduate of an accredited High School or equivalent preferred.

Ability read, write and follow directions.

Must be a certified nursing assistant with proof of certification.

A minimum of one year full-time experience in direct patient in an institutional setting (hospital or nursing facility) or one year full-time experience within the last five years in direct client care in an agency setting.

Effective for services furnished after August 14, 1990, a person who has successfully completed a State-established or other training program that meets the requirements of §484.36(a) and a competency evaluation program or State licensure program that meets the requirements of §484.36 (b) or (e), or a competency evaluation program or State licensure program that meets the requirements of §484.36 (b) or (e). An individual is not considered to have completed a training and competency evaluation program, or a competency evaluation program if, since the individual’s most recent completion of this program(s), there has been a continuous period of 24 consecutive months during none of which the individual furnished services described in §409.40 of this chapter for compensation.

Work positively and favorably with patients, families, and staff.

Demonstrate compassion, responsibility, and cheerful attitude.

Listed on the nurse aide registry with no finding against the aide relating to client abuse or neglect or misappropriation of client property.

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Administrator / Alternate Administrator

Position:  Administrator / Alternate Administrator

Job Summary: Act as liaison between the Owners/Officers, the staff and the community. Responsible for the daily operations and quality of the home health agency. Maintain a leadership role for the planning and achievement of objectives that are consistent with the company, business and financial goals.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements:   

Is a licensed Physician; or

Is a Registered Nurse; or

Has training and experience in health service administration and at least 1 year of supervisory or administrative experience in home health care or related health programs. Other related health programs may include a hospital, nursing facility or hospice.

Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.

Professional demeanor and appearance.

Proficient skills to promote excellent client relations and customer skills.

People management skills and the ability to network and manage a team.

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities/essential functions: The person in this position must be able to perform the following essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Develop company and organizational goals.

Remain informed and educated about home health regulations and standards as well as management issues.

Promote interdepartmental cooperation and communication, which may result in mediation of faculty/staff disputes.

Develop employee excellence through recruitment, retention, training, motivation and reward.

Establish performance goals with supervisors and evaluate their performance.

Participate in strategic, short-range, and long-range planning for educational, patient care, research, revenue, and public relations programs.

Manage, control, coordinate, and supervise the fiscal activities of the agency, including funding development, budget negotiations, generation of patient care revenue, and contract preparation, negotiation, and approval.

Coordinates special department activities, including conferences, workshops, and other functions.

Monitor the record system and statistical reporting system for proper documentation, planning and evaluation.

Develop policies focused on patient care in collaboration with the staff and the owners/officers

Develop employee excellence through recruitment, retention, training, motivation and reward.

Oversee care delivery and patient outcomes to ensure that care meets the patients’ needs.

a. Patient rights are exercised.
b. Compliance with applicable Federal, State and Local laws and professional standards are maintained.
c. Compliance with established policy and procedures.
d. Compliance with the patient’s plan of care.

Ensure that the numbers and qualifications of personnel available to provide and supervise services are sufficient to implement the plans of care and treatment to meet the medical, nursing and rehabilitative needs of the patients.

Assure accuracy of public information material and activities.

Implement performance improvement priorities.

Complete a minimum of twelve (12) clock hours per year of continuing education in subjects related to the duties of the administrator. 

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Physical Therapist (PT)

Position:  Physical Therapist (PT)

Job Summary: Provide skilled therapy intervention and treatment to patients in a home setting. Including, appropriate utilization of treatment plans and assessment skills. Monitor carefully the patient status and progress toward goals as well as compliance with physician’s orders. Responsible for educating patients and caregivers while preparing the patient/caregiver for discharge as appropriate.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements:   

A person who is licensed, if applicable, by the State in which practicing, unless licensure does not apply and meets one of the following requirements:

Graduated after successful completion of a Physical Therapist education program approved by one of the following: 

The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). 

Successor organizations of CAPTE. 

An education program outside the United States determined to be substantially equivalent to Physical Therapist entry-level education in the United States by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or an organization identified in 8 CFR 212.15(e) as it relates to Physical Therapists; and 

Passed an examination for Physical Therapists approved by the State in which physical therapy services are provided. 

On or before December 31, 2009— 

Graduated after successful completion of a physical therapy curriculum approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE); or 

Meets both of the following: 

Graduated after successful completion of an education program determined to be substantially equivalent to Physical Therapist entry level education in the United States by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or identified in 8 CFR 212.15(e) as it relates to Physical Therapists. 

Passed an examination for Physical Therapists approved by the State in which physical therapy services are provided. 

Before January 1, 2008— 

Graduated from a physical therapy curriculum approved by one of the following: 

The American Physical Therapy Association. 

The Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association. 

The Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the American Physical Therapy Association. 

On or before December 31, 1977 was licensed or qualified as a Physical Therapist and meets both of the following: 

Has 2 years of appropriate experience as a Physical Therapist. 

Has achieved a satisfactory grade on a proficiency examination conducted, approved, or sponsored by the U.S. Public Health Service. 

Before January 1, 1966— 

Was admitted to membership by the American Physical Therapy Association;
or
Was admitted to registration by the American Registry of Physical Therapists;
or
Has graduated from a physical therapy curriculum in a 4-year college or university approved by a State department of education. 

Before January 1, 1966 was licensed or registered, and before January 1, 1970, had 15 years of full-time experience in the treatment of illness or injury through the practice of physical therapy in which services were rendered under the order and direction of attending and referring doctors of medicine or osteopathy. 

If trained outside the United States before January 1, 2008, meets the following requirements:

Was graduated since 1928 from a physical therapy curriculum approved in the country in which the curriculum was located and in which there is a member organization of the World Confederation for Physical Therapy. 

Meets the requirements for membership in a member organization of the World Confederation for Physical Therapy. 

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Occupation Therapy (OT)

Position:  Occupational Therapist (OT)

Job Summary: Provide skilled therapy intervention and treatment to patients in the home setting. This care includes appropriate utilization of treatment plans and assessment skills. Careful monitoring of the patient’s status and progress toward goals as well as compliance with physician’s orders. Responsible for educating patients and caregivers while preparing the patient/caregiver for discharge as appropriate.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements:  

1. A person who

Is licensed or otherwise regulated, if applicable, as an Occupational Therapist by the State in which practicing, unless licensure does not apply; 

Graduated after successful completion of an Occupational Therapist education program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA), or successor organizations of ACOTE; and 

Is eligible to take, or has successfully completed the entry-level certification examination for Occupational Therapists developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT). 

On or before December 31, 2009— 

Is licensed or otherwise regulated, if applicable, as an Occupational Therapist by the State in which practicing; or 

When licensure or other regulation does not apply— 

Graduated after successful completion of an Occupational Therapist education program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA) or successor organizations of ACOTE; and 

Is eligible to take, or has successfully completed the entry-level certification examination for Occupational Therapists developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc., (NBCOT). 

On or before January 1, 2008— 

Graduated after successful completion of an occupational therapy program accredited jointly by the committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association; or 

Is eligible for the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association or the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. 

On or before December 31, 1977— 

Had 2 years of appropriate experience as an Occupational Therapist; and 

Had achieved a satisfactory grade on an Occupational Therapist proficiency examination conducted, approved, or sponsored by the U.S. Public Health Service. 

If educated outside the United States, on or after January 1, 2008 must meet all of the following: 

Graduated after successful completion of an Occupational Therapist education program accredited as substantially equivalent to Occupational Therapist entry level education in the United States by one of the following: 

The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).
Successor organizations.
The World Federation of Occupational Therapists.
A credentialing body approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association. 

Successfully completed the entry-level certification examination for Occupational Therapists developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT). 

Responsibilities/essential functions: The person in this position must be able to perform the following essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Implement occupational therapy services in accordance with physician’s plan of treatment.

Assist the physician in the evaluation and assessment of the client’s level of
functioning by applying appropriate tests and assist in the development and revision of the plan of care.

Treat the client through use of therapeutic activities designed to restore function and self care activities for improving function.

Observe record and report the clients’ reaction to treatment and any changes in the clients’ condition to the physician, Director of Nurses and Case Manager.

Educate client/caregiver and health care team in the phases of occupational therapy in which they may assist the client, in the use of adaptive devices, and durable medical equipment, as appropriate.

Provides staff in-service education as directed by DON.

Assess and regularly re-evaluate the needs of the client, develop, implement and revise the client’s plan of care.

Initiate diagnostic, preventive and rehabilitative procedures as appropriate to the client’s care safety.

Assist with plan of care and maintain continuity of multidisciplinary clients whenever needed to ensure good coordination of care. 

Promote coordination of care through interdisciplinary case conferences and communication with physician and field staff.

Develop, prepare and maintain individualized client care progress records with accuracy, timeliness and according to policies. Submit accurate documentation in accordance with agency policies.

Keep abreast of occupational trends and knowledge for service provision, documentation and care coordination.

Participate in staff meetings, in-service programs and Utilization reviews.

Participate in the agency’s quality improvement program.

Supervise the Occupational Therapy Aide at least every 30 days.

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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) / Speech Therapist (ST)

Position:  Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) / Speech Therapist (ST)

Job Summary:  Provide skilled therapy intervention and treatment to patients in the home setting.  This care includes appropriate utilization of treatment plans and assessment skills.  Careful monitoring of the patient’s status, progress toward goals, and compliance with physicians orders are essential components of this position.  Speech language pathologists are responsible for teaching patients and their caregivers while preparing the patient and/or family for discharge as appropriate.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements:  

Graduate of an accredited college with a Master’s degree majoring in speech pathology with a current license.

Holds a certificate of clinical competence and licensure granted by the American Speech and Hearing Association.

Minimum of two years speech pathology experience.

Responsibilities/essential functions: The person in this position must be able to perform the following essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Provide services in speech pathology or audiology in accordance with the physician’s plan of care.

Assist the physician in assessing the client’s level of functioning and the development (and revise as necessary) of the plan of care by applying appropriate tests for speech, hearing and language disorders.

Record and report the client’s reaction to treatment and any changes in the client’s condition to the physician and/or the Director of Nurses.

Instruct and advise the client, family, and other health team personnel in the phases of speech pathology in which they may assist the client.

Recommend hearing tests by audiologist when necessary. Checks hearing aids

Assess the client’s communication, oral-motor integrity, cognitive status, memory, problem solving activities, hearing, speech fluency, and quality.

Cooperate and consult with appropriate staff to provide education when requested and arranged by the Director of Nursing.

Evaluate and regularly re-evaluate the speech pathology needs of the client; initiate, develop, implement and make necessary revisions to the client’s plan of care.

Initiate diagnostic, preventive, and rehabilitative procedures as appropriate to the client’s care and safety.  Make referrals to other disciplines as indicated by the needs of the client or document rationale for not doing so.

Observe signs and symptoms and report changes in the client’s condition to the physician and/or Director of Nursing.

Teach, supervise, and counsel the client and family regarding home procedures and other care needs as appropriate to the client’s condition. Use agency educational material as appropriate.

Coordinate the total plan of care and maintain continuity of care by communicating with other health professionals.  Attend client care conferences. Initiate client care conferences for complex and/or multidisciplinary clients when needed or helpful to ensure good coordination of care.

Keep abreast of speech therapy trends and knowledge through seminars, CEU’s, self-study and workshops.

Participate in in-service programs.

Prepare the patient and/or family for discharge as appropriate.

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Director of nursing (DON)

Position:  Director of Nursing/Alternate Director of Nursing

Job Summary: Assume primary responsibility for clinical services provided by the Agency. Direct, coordinate and supervise all clinical functions.  Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations as they apply to the provision of home visits to patients. Assure compliance with Agency Policy and Procedure. Monitor job performance and completion of evaluations and counseling of clinical staff.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements:  

Be a registered nurse (R.N.) for at least two years.

Minimum of two years of management/supervisory experience.

Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care primarily to the geriatric population, and to a lesser degree, the pediatric and adult population.

Professional demeanor and appearance.

Excellent oral and written skills.

Demonstrate organizational and leadership skills.

Responsibilities/essential functions: The person in this position must be able to perform the following essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Assure compliance with company policy and all federal, state, and local regulatory bodies.

Supervise all clinical activities and staff related to nursing.  Communicates and interacts with the Director of Rehab.

Assist with recruiting, hiring, orienting and ongoing in-service education of all nursing staff.

Remain informed of home health regulations and standards as well as management issues.

Accountable for all clinical issues.

Provide guidance and support for supervisory, field and office staff.

Conduct employee performance evaluations.  Assists with development of new job standards as needed.  

Counsel staff appropriately and in a timely manner concerning areas of deficiency as well as areas of excellence and quality improvement.

Ensure coordination of care by all disciplines.

Assure that a reassessment of a client’s needs is performed by the appropriate health care professional (i.e. when there is a significant health status change in the client’s condition at the physician’s request or after hospital discharge.)

Ensure compliance with The Conditions of Participation.

Participate in review, analysis and appraisal of the effectiveness of the total agency program.

Participate in short and long range planning for the agency and implement specific measures for agency growth.  Increase market share through education of physicians and other community and referral sources.

Participate in the evaluation of agency programs.

Participate in state, local and national organizations, meetings, seminars, workshops and activities relating to the home health profession and health care services.

Work with other agencies and promote good community relations through involvement in community events.

Assure service satisfaction through client visits and other measures, as appropriate. Investigate and resolve agency complaints related to nursing or other department if required.

Ensure care delivery meets the needs of the patients and follows professional practice standards.

Develop, implement, review and revise policies and procedures to guide care delivery.

Monitor compliance with applicable Federal, State and Local laws, Professional Standards and principals, established policies and procedures and the plan of care.

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Medical Social Worker (Masters Level) (MSW)

Position:  Medical Social Work Assistant (Bachelor Level) (MSW)

Job Summary:   The Bachelor’s level MSW is responsible for the provision, direction, supervision and evaluation of medical social services to clients in the home environment in accordance with agency policies and procedures, applicable health standards, governmental laws and regulations. The MSW will strive to proactively meet the needs of the client in the achievement of individualized and measurable outcomes.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements:

Graduate from accredited school with Bachelor’s degree accredited by
the council on Social Work Education with current license.

Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.

Minimum of one year’s social work experience in a healthcare setting.

Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.

Responsibilities/essential functions: The person in this position must be able to perform the following essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.   

Instruct, treat, observe and evaluate clients with significant social and
emotional situations affecting their health status.

Utilize special skills and judgment to resolve adverse social and emotional
responses connected with the illness.

Report any changes in client’s condition and response to treatment to
supervisor and the physician.

Participate in development and re-evaluation of POC for clients needing
MSW.

Instruct and counsel the client and family in treating and coping with the
social and emotional responses to illness.

Provide ongoing assessment of needs.

Participate in discharge planning.

Participate in care coordination activities and act as resource to other team
members in identification and resolution of client needs.

Utilize appropriate community resources.

Attends, participates in and/or conducts internal staff development programs and obtains CEU’s as required by regulations.

Collaborate with Social Work Supervisor in promoting optimal level of services for
patient / family.

Participate in staff meetings, in-service programs and Utilization reviews.

Review LSW documentation for accuracy with plan of care and cosigns.

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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Position:  Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Job Summary:  The Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant provides skilled therapy intervention and treatments to patients in a home setting while acting under the supervision of the Registered Physical Therapist. This care includes providing direct patient care according to the treatment plan established by the Registered Physical Therapist. Monitor carefully the patient’s status and progress toward goals as well as compliance with physician’s orders. PTA’s are responsible for educating patients and caregivers while preparing the patient/caregiver for discharge as appropriate.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements:   

A person who is licensed, unless licensure does not apply, registered, or certified as a Physical Therapist Assistant, if applicable, by the State in which practicing, and meets one of the following requirements:

(1) Graduated from a Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association; or if educated outside the United States or trained in the United States military, graduated from an education program determined to be substantially equivalent to Physical Therapist Assistant entry level education in the United States by a credentials evaluation organization approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or identified at 8 CFR 212.15(e); and 

Passed a national examination for Physical Therapist Assistants. 

On or before December 31, 2009, meets one of the following: 

Is licensed, or otherwise regulated in the State in which practicing. 

In States where licensure or other regulations do not apply, graduated on or before December 31, 2009, from a 2-year college-level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association and, effective January 1, 2010 meets the requirements of paragraph (a) of this definition. 

Before January 1, 2008, where licensure or other regulation does not apply, graduated from a 2-year college-level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association. 

On or before December 31, 1977, was licensed or qualified as a Physical Therapist Assistant and has achieved a satisfactory grade on a proficiency examination conducted, approved, or sponsored by the U.S 

Responsibilities/essential functions: The person in this position must be able to perform the following essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Implement physical therapy services in accordance with the plan of treatment developed by the physical therapist, signed by the physician and planned, delegated and supervised by the PT.

Treat clients to relieve pain, develop and restore function and maintain maximum performance using appropriate physical therapy treatments, modalities and procedures as stated in the physical therapy plan of care.

Observe, record, and report the client’s reactions to treatment and any changes in the client’s condition to the PT and/or Director of Nurses.

Collaborate with the PT in assisting the physician in assessing the client’s functional level by applying appropriate tests. Assist in the development and revision of the plan of care.

Complete clinical notes and progress reports according to agency policy and time frames.

Attend and participate with care conferences to ensure coordination of care.

Participate in the agency’s quality improvement program.

Keep abreast of physical therapy trends and knowledge.

Participate with in-service programs.

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Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

Position:  Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

Job Summary: Provide skilled therapy intervention and treatments to patients in the home setting supervised by the Registered Occupational Therapist.  Care includes providing direct patient care according to the treatment plan established by the registered OT. Careful monitoring of patient status, progress toward goals and compliance with physicians orders. Responsible for teaching patients and their caregivers while preparing the patient and family for discharge as appropriate.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements:  

A person who—

Meets all of the following: 

Is licensed, unless licensure does not apply, or otherwise regulated, if applicable, as an Occupational Therapy Assistant by the State in which practicing. 

Graduated after successful completion of an Occupational Therapy Assistant education program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education, (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA) or its successor organizations. 

Is eligible to take or successfully completed the entry-level certification examination for Occupational Therapy Assistants developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT). 

On or before December 31, 2009— 

Is licensed or otherwise regulated as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, if applicable, by the State in which practicing; or any qualifications defined by the State in which practicing, unless licensure does not apply; or 

Must meet both of the following: 

Completed certification requirements to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant established by a credentialing organization approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association. 

After January 1, 2010, meets the requirements in paragraph (a) of this section. 

After December 31, 1977 and on or before December 31, 2007— 

Completed certification requirements to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant established by a credentialing organization approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association; or 

Completed the requirements to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant applicable in the State in which practicing. 

On or before December 31, 1977— 

Had 2 years of appropriate experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant; and 

Had achieved a satisfactory grade on an Occupational Therapy Assistant proficiency examination conducted, approved, or sponsored by the U.S. Public Health Service. 

If educated outside the United States, on or after January 1, 2008— 

Graduated after successful completion of an Occupational Therapy Assistant education program that is accredited as substantially equivalent to Occupational Therapist assistant entry level education in the United States by— 

The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).
Its successor organizations.
The World Federation of Occupational Therapists.
By a credentialing body approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association; and 

Successfully completed the entry-level certification examination for Occupational Therapy Assistants developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT). 

Minimum of two years’ experience as an occupational therapy assistant.

Responsibilities/essential functions: The person in this position must be able to perform the following essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Implement occupational therapy services in accordance with physician’s plan of treatment.  Treatment is developed by the OT, signed by the physician, and planned, delegated and supervised by the OT.

Implement use of orthotics designed by the OT as indicated by the client’s condition and needs.

Treat the client through use of therapeutic activities designed to restore function and self care activities for improving function under the direction of the OT.

Observe, record and report the client’s reaction to treatment and any changes in the client’s condition to the OT and/or DON.

Participate in instructing the client, family and other health team personnel in the exercise program developed by the OT for strengthening and controlling the client’s upper extremities.

Cooperate with OT and appropriate staff to provide staff education when requested and arranged by the DON.

Demonstrate and teach alternate techniques developed by the OT to complete activities of daily living, proper transfer and positioning.

Assist the OT in ordering and/or fabricating adaptive/assistive devices and equipment.

Attend client care conferences. Initiate client care conferences for complex and/or multidisciplinary clients when needed or helpful to ensure good coordination of care.

Develop, prepare and maintain individualized client care progress records with accuracy, timeliness and according to policies. Submit accurate documentation in accordance with agency policies.

Keep abreast of occupational therapy trends and knowledge.

Participate in in-service programs.

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Human Resource Manager  (HRM)

Position:  Human Resource Manager

Job Summary: Oversee and manage employees and employee benefits. Provide guidance to the Administrator on issues related to Human Resources. Maintain a leadership role for the planning and achievement of objectives that are consistent with the company, business and financial goals.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements:   

Be at least 21 years of age.

Be qualified by education, knowledge and experience to oversee human resources.

Have at least two years of supervisory or administrative experience in home health or closely related health programs. Other related health programs may include a hospital, nursing facility or hospice.

Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.

Professional demeanor and appearance.

Proficient skills to promote excellent client relations and customer skills.

People management skills and the ability to network and manage a team.

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities/essential functions: The person in this position must be able to perform the following essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Provides strategic insight and manages/delivers core HR support in areas such as employee development, compensation, succession planning, training, recruiting, policies and programs, benefits and employee relations.

Implements and annually updates our compensation programs.

Rewrites job descriptions as necessary.

Conducts annual salary surveys and develops merit pool (salary budget).

Analyzes compensation.

Monitors performance evaluation program and revises as necessary.

Performs/oversees benefits administration to include claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment, annual re-evaluation of policies for cost effectiveness and evaluation of the Company’s total compensation program.

Conducts recruitment efforts for all personnel.

Participates with new-employee orientations; monitors employee relations.

Provides counseling, outplacement counseling and exit interviewing.

Writes and posts job advertisements.

Effectively partners with all levels of management to develop and implement innovative new policies and programs.

Recommends and implements personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains handbook on policies and procedures.

Ensures effective reporting and analysis of HR data to enable the leadership to make key operational and strategic decisions.

Acts as the company expert around industry trends and employment legislation and ensures Company compliance with Federal, State and Local requirements.

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