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Clinical Manager

Requirements:

Provides skilled occupational therapy services and assessment in accordance with the physician’s plan of care.

Assesses patient’s functional status, establishes goals, and develops a plan of care.

Provides direct occupational therapy treatment to patients to improve or restore physical function, activities of daily living (ADLs), and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).

Instructs patients, families, and caregivers in the use of adaptive equipment and compensatory techniques to maximize independence.

Therapeutic activities to restore physical function include exercises for neuromuscular re-education and cognitive re-training.

Therapeutic tasks and activities to restore sensory-integrative function.

Treatments address upper-extremity function: functionality, mobility, range of motion and strength; safety needs; and energy conservation.

Compensatory techniques to improve level of independence in ADLs.

Designing, fabricating, and fitting orthotic and/or self-help devices to compensate for loss of function.

Evaluates the home environment for safety concerns and recommends home equipment.

Assigns and supervises COTAs as required by state regulations, if any, and accreditation standards.

Assigns and supervises Home Health Aides as required by Medicare/Medicaid and state regulations, if any.

Participates in patient care conferences as needed or required by person.

Demonstrates competency in providing care/services and provides care/services in accordance with the plan of care.

Completes appropriate competencies for Occupational Therapists and COTAs as directed by the Clinical Manager.

Maintains accurate and timely clinical records.

Communicates with the physician and other team members regarding the patient’s plan of care and progress.

Participates in the agency’s quality assessment and performance improvement (QAPI) program as requested.

Participates in in-service programs and continuing education as required.

Maintains confidentiality of all patient and agency information.
Complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations in performance of job functions.

Performs other related functions as directed.

Division: Home Health
Location: Bakersfield, Ridgecrest

Medical Social Worker/Social Work Associate

Requirements:

Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient’s terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse and other members of the interdisciplinary group. Provides an assessment in the patient’s identified residence and assistance when this is not safe and another plan is required.
Carries out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high-risks for suicide, neglect or abuse and plans intervention based on evaluation findings. Counsels patient and family/caregivers as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties. Provides crisis intervention when necessary.
Assesses for, and educates interdisciplinary group, on any special needs related to the culture of the patient and family. Includes communication, role of family, space, and any special traditions or taboos.
Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work prepares clinical and progress notes.
Educates patients and families on, and assists in, preparation of advanced directives.
Provides information and referral services for organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.
Provides information to patients and families/caregivers and community agencies.
Serves as liaison between patients and families/caregivers and community agencies.
Maintains collaborative relationships with organization personnel to support patient care.
Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patient and personnel.
Participates in the development of the individualized plan of care, involving the patient and family, and attends regularly scheduled interdisciplinary group meetings, assisting the team in recognizing the effects of the psychosocial stresses on the symptoms of the terminal illness.
Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotion- al factors related to health problems and death/dying issues.
Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
Assists family and patient in planning for funeral arrangements, financial, legal, and health care decision responsibilities.
Other duties as delegated by the Clinical Supervisor/Nursing Supervisor.

Division: Hospice
Location: Modesto, South Valley

Marketer

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Sales experience in marketing preferred, preferably in home care/healthcare operations.
Ability to market aggressively and deal tactfully with customers and the community.
Knowledge of corporate business management.
Demonstrates excellent and efficient communication, negotiation, and public relations skills.
Demonstrates autonomy, strong organization, assertiveness, flexibility and cooperation in performing job responsibilities.
Ability to be a self starter, be self motivated and disciplined.
Prior experience in the Home Health or Hospice market is preferred.
Have the ability to organize & execute programs, the ability to prioritize multiple tasks & deadlines with minimal supervision, and the ability to maintain and adhere to multiple budgets.
Ability to be a problem solver and a solution seeker will be necessary.
Dealing with the timely needs of your accounts in a professional manner while setting realistic expectations of what we as a Home Health and Hospice Agency are capable of executing.
Know and understand the federal, state, and local laws, and regulatory guidelines governing the operations of home care/personal care, home health, and hospice.
Positive and professional business image.
Ability to effectively receive referrals each month in ethical and legal fashion.
Ability to listen and understand information and ideas.
Understanding and adherence to HIPAA regulations to protect patient privacy at all times

Division: Home Health
Location: Kern County

Chaplain (Part-Time)

Requirements:

Must be a Certified Chaplain
Experience working with hospice preferred

Division: Hospice
Location: Modesto, South Valley

Licensed Vocational Nurse Admissions Coordinator (LVN Admin)

Requirements:

LVN Certification
Administrative experience

Division: Hospice
Location: Fresno, Modesto, Ridgecrest

QAPI Compliance Coordinator Registered Nurse (QAPI RN)

Requirements:

Registered Nurse
Compliance & Management Experience

Division: Hospice
Location: Fresno, Ridgecrest

Home Health Aide (HHA) Hospice

Requirements:

Home Health Aide certificate
Certified Nursing Assistant certificate
Home Health Aide experience
First/CPR Certified
Weekends

We need an HHA for the Fresno area M-F.

Division: Hospice
Location: Clovis, Coarsegold, Fresno, Mariposa, Merced, Modesto, Oakhurst, Ridgecrest, South Valley

Part-Time Home Care Aide (HCA)

Requirements:

Minimum of two years of professional caregiving experience
Must have or be willing to obtain a valid Home Care Aide (HCA) certification
Must be able to pass a background check

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

Experience with incontinence care
Experience with transfers and mobility assistance
Experience providing care for individuals with dementia

Job Types By Locations:

Modesto- full time & part time days
Visalia- full time & part time days
Fresno- full time & part time days and nights
Merced- full time & part time days
Oakhurst- full time & part time days
Bakersfield – full time & part time, days and weekends

Division: In-Home Care
Location: Bakersfield, Fresno, Merced, Modesto, Oakhurst, Visalia

Social Worker (MSW)

Requirements:

Assesses the psychosocial status of patients related to the patient’s illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse.
Carries out social evaluations and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.
Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.
Prepares clinical and progress notes.
Provides information, referral services, and application assistance for community organizations and resources (Medi-Cal, IHSS etc) for patients and families/caregivers. Provides information and links patients or families/caregivers with community agencies
Serves as liaison between patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.
Maintains collaborative relationships with organization personnel to support patient care.
Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patient and organization personnel.
Participates in the development of the total plan of care and case conferences as required.
Assists physicians and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems.
Participates in discharge planning.
Other duties as delegated by the Clinical Director/Supervisor.