Occupational Therapist, Home Health

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Compassionate Community and Prioritize Health

As a therapist with our organization, you will play a crucial role in assisting patients to regain their strength, mobility, and independence—all within the comfort of their own homes. By providing tailored care that emphasizes rehabilitation and functional enhancement, you will empower individuals to overcome physical challenges, confidently engage in daily activities, and improve their overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and screen patients' daily living and work-related skills, creating therapeutic retraining programs with measurable goals.
• Administer and interpret diagnostic and prognostic assessments of function for patients in their homes or other environments to aid physicians in assessing the patient's functional level.
• Collaborate with the patient's physician and other healthcare team members to develop or revise the Plan of Care Treatment.
• Deliver therapeutic treatment and guidance to patients as per physician directives to enhance or restore strength, coordination, range of motion, and overall function, or teach compensatory strategies.
• Review and adapt retraining programs in alignment with each patient's behavioral objectives and the overall rehabilitation program guidelines.
• Consult with vocational team members as necessary to create and implement vocationally oriented plans that meet the needs and abilities of patients.
• Communicate patient status and progress to the physician, rehabilitation staff, Clinical Manager, and family members.
• Engage in care coordination and discharge planning activities, serving as a resource for other healthcare professionals in addressing patient needs.
• Design community reintegration activities to support clients in their physical reconditioning and psychological adjustment, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team.
• Recommend or create specialized adaptive equipment to enhance clients' home or work environments and facilitate their participation in rehabilitation and community activities.
• Train staff and family members to implement the retraining program, including skills related to dressing, feeding, grooming, and hygiene, and participate in educational meetings with the team and family.
• Oversee, instruct, and evaluate the performance of Occupational Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides in delivering occupational therapy services.
• Document patient care observations, interventions, and evaluations accurately and thoroughly on the day services are provided.
• Ensure that interim (verbal) orders from the physician are documented and executed correctly.
• Submit evaluations, treatment plans, and discharge summaries to supervisors and care management staff.

Required Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
• Preferred: At least six months of occupational therapy experience.
• Home health experience is a plus.
• Current and unrestricted Occupational Therapy licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• A valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are mandatory.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $54.00 - $76.00 per visit/unit; $85,400 - $117,500 annually.

The compensation range provided reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. Actual pay may vary based on geographic location and individual qualifications, including skills, experience, education, and certifications.

Benefits Overview

Our organization offers a range of benefits designed to support the overall well-being of our employees, including:

• Paid time off.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Employee assistance program.
• Business travel and accident coverage.

About Us

We specialize in personalized, comprehensive home care for patients managing chronic conditions or recovering from injuries, illnesses, surgeries, or hospitalizations. Our care teams consist of nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers, all collaborating to help patients rehabilitate, recover, and regain their independence for healthier, happier lives.

As part of a larger organization, we focus on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional, and social wellness of our patients. We are committed to providing stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Our team of over 30,000 clinicians is dedicated to prioritizing health for our teammates, patients, communities, and the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We uphold a policy of non-discrimination against any employee or job applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We also take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals with disabilities or protected veteran status, ensuring that all employment decisions are based solely on valid job requirements.