Occupational Therapist *DETROIT*
Company: AMBER HOME HEALTH CARE
Location: Southfield
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Benefits: 401(k) Dental
insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance DUTIES 1)
Performs Occupational Therapy assessments of patient functioning
levels, plans short and long term goals toward improving/restoring
independence and physical/cognitive functioning; and implements
developed treatment programs, approved by the attending physician.
Conducts OASIS assessments at appropriate time points 2) Provides
guidance and instruction to patients/family members of developed
therapeutic, creative, and self care procedures/activities ; and
explains adaptive and progressive approaches in applying it. 3)
Instructs the patient/family members in use of appropriate orthotic
or prosthetic equipment; and may also design and fabricate
customized adaptive and assistive devices, with training for their
use. 4) Conducts functional and cognitive re-evaluations, as
indicated, to assess the need for any revisions in the treatment
plan. 5) Instructs and familiarizes, as necessary, the patient and
pertinent family members with all other aspects of the total
treatment program. 6) Maintains adequate clinical and progress
notes and submits all required paperwork in a timely manner
according to Agency policy. 7) Periodically reports to the
physician on the patients treatment, response, and progress, and
assists the physician in determining any necessary changes in the
treatment program. 8) Arranges for outpatient occupational therapy
services that cannot be rendered in the home, as necessary. 9)
Provides consultation to, and instructs other members of the home
health team in the use of necessary equipment, techniques,
modalities and basic activity programs, when needed, and as
requested. 10) Maintains and updates professional competency
through in-service attendance and similar professional resources.
11. Maintains communication with the Physical Therapist and/or
Nurse/Case Manager. 12. Participates in staff meeting and case
conferences as required. CRITICAL DEMANDS 1) Must be able to meet
the physical demands of providing occupational therapy services,
such as ambulating patients, transferring patients, assisting with
exercises, etc. 2) Must be able to transfer patients as needed
according to proper techniques of body mechanics to promote patient
and staff safety. QUALIFICATIONS 1) Must possess a Bachelor of
Science or Masters degree in Occupational Therapy from a school
with an Occupational Therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the
Council of Medical Education of the American Medical Association in
collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association.
2) Must hold a license/registration as an Occupational Therapist,
issued by the State of Michigan. 3) CPR certification preferred 4)
Current Michigan drivers license and/or reliable transportation
with proof of automobile insurance of personal vehicle for business
use. 5) Must be empathetic, non-judgmental, tactful, responsible,
and organized. 6) Must have emotional and mental maturity necessary
for establishing and maintaining good work relationships with
patients and families. Must understand the team approach and be a
supportive team member
Keywords: AMBER HOME HEALTH CARE, Lakewood , Occupational Therapist *DETROIT*, Healthcare , Southfield, Ohio
