Home Health Aide (Hospice)

Requirements:

Job Description and Responsibilities

1) Follows a plan of care established by a primary nurse. 

2) Reports changes in patient’s condition to the Case Manager. 

3) Maintains safe conditions in the Residence and reports any unsafe conditions to the Case Manager  

4) Bathes patient(s) and provides personal hygiene care. 

5) Makes bed and performs other tasks to provide a suitable environment for patients.  

6) Performs light housekeeping tasks essential for a safe/healthy environment. 

7) Attends required in-service programs. 

8) Attends team planning meetings as appropriate.

9) Prepares meals and feeds patients when necessary.

10) Helps patients in performing exercises prescribed by professional personnel. ROM.

11) HHA has a basic understanding and commitment to the hospice concept of care. (required)  

12) Able to work as a team member and take supervision effectively. (required)  

13) Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality concerning patient and family information. (required)  

14) Able to relate well to terminally ill patients and their families. (required)  

15) Able to work with diverse groups of people. (required)  

16) Has a valid CA driver’s license, maintains own insurance and is able to provide own transportation to travel to the homes of patients. (for Home care HHA) (required)  

17) Has a Home Health Aide Certificate in CA. (required for home care)  

18) Has experience in hospice. (desirable)

19) Bilingual in Spanish, Hmong and/or Punjabi is a plus.

Experience and Desirable Traits

1) Medical Terminology Required.

2) A keen understanding of normal aging and health care for older adults.

3) Competency in client needs evaluation, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of client and employee satisfaction.

4) Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

5) Prior customer service and/or sales experience is a plus.

6) Strong commitment to providing the highest quality care and customer service.

7) Excellent communication and listening skills, particularly via the phone.

8) Proven track record of managing processes with strong attention to detail.

9) Sensitivity to client needs with the ability to express patience and compassion in dealing with them.

10) Positive,  “can-do” attitude.

11) Confidence and creative problem-solving skills.

12) Flexibility and availability for schedules to include hours outside of standard work week, possible weekend hours. 

13) Medical knowledge is preferred.

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

Part-Time Home Care Aide (HCA)

Requirements:

Candidate must have a minimum of two years of professional caregiving experience and either currently hold or be willing to obtain a valid Home Care Aide (HCA) certification. Candidate must also be able to successfully pass a background check.

1) Experience with incontinence care

2) Experience with transfers and mobility assistance

3) Experience providing care for individuals with dementia

1) Modesto- full time & part time days

2) Visalia- full time & part time days

3) Fresno- full time & part time days and nights

4) Merced- full time & part time days

5) Oakhurst- full time & part time days

6) Bakersfield – full time & part time, days and weekends

Division: In-Home Care
Location: Fresno, Hanford, Lemoore, Merced, Modesto, Oakhurst, Paso Robles, Porterville, San Luis Obispo, Visalia

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Requirements:

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The occupational therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement. Any direct patient care provided will be performed as defined by the state Occupational Therapy Practice Act.

 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

1) Evaluates the patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.). Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care.

2) For patients who plan to return to work, the occupational therapist may perform work capacity evaluation and may refer to specialized vocational training in accordance with Organization policy.

3) Develops a treatment program and establishes goals for improved function. Communicates plan of care to referring physicians and other Organization professionals.

4) May teach new skills or re- train patients in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Organization policy.

5) May fabricate splints and instruct patients in the use of various types of adaptive equipment to improve function.

6) May train patients in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.

7) Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the physician any changes in the patient’s condition. Submits these records in accordance with Organization policy.

8) Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.

9) Amends and contributes to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.

10) Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as appropriate.

11) Instructs the patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in the patient’s treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.

12) Supervises certified occupational therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.

13) When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.

14) Participates in discharge planning for patients.

(The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major dues and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description)

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1) Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.

2) Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.

3) Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.

4) Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

5) Possess and maintain current CPR Certification.

6) Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.

Division: Home Health
Location: Fresno, Merced, Modesto, Mojave, Porterville, Ridgecrest

Physical Therapists (PT)

Requirements:

Position Qualifications

1) Degree from a master’s or doctoral program in physical therapy from an accredited organization

2) Licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist in California

3) Minimum of one year of experience as a Physical Therapist; community/home health experience preferred

4) Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills

5) Current CPR certification

6) Licensed driver with a reliable, insured vehicle in accordance with organizational requirements

Essential Job Functions / Responsibilities

Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a physician’s written plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act. Responsibilities may include:

1) Assessing and evaluating therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status, including home environment

2) Assessing muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion, and potential for rehabilitation

3) Directing and implementing physical therapy treatments

4) Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances

5) Determining priority needs for physical therapy

6) Reporting patient reactions to treatment or changes in condition to the physician

7) Initiating physical therapy programs and instructing other personnel or family/caregivers as needed

8) Training patients in the use of prosthetic devices

9) Identifying patient and caregiver needs for other home health services and making referrals as appropriate

10) Preparing and submitting clinical and progress summaries based on goal attainment

11) Participating in patient discharge planning

12) Providing physical therapy consultation to families/caregivers when indicated

13) Providing in-service education programs for nursing personnel as needed

14) Participating in peer consultation

15) Supervising physical therapy assistants according to organizational policy and state regulations

16) Instructing, supervising, and evaluating home health aide care every two weeks when therapy is the only skilled service

Division: Home Health
Location: Bakersfield, Boron, California City, Lake Isabella, Mariposa, Modesto, Mojave, Oakhurst, Prather, Ridgecrest, Rosamond, San Joaquin County, Tollhouse