Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT) in Helena, MT
Embark on a new career path where therapy is customized to a patient's life and outcomes are optimized. As a Home Health OT, you'll help patients regain their independence and learn to perform everyday activities in the comfort and familiarity of home.
Our Home Health Occupational Therapists enjoy some excellent benefits:- $65 per hour
- 1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes
- Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance
- Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs
- PTO, Holiday pay, Dental/Vision & 401k for full time employees
As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, here's a big-picture view of what you'll do:- Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to an illness or injury
- Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT and SLP, focused on the patient's plan of care and personal goals
- Assess patient, observe deficits, establish therapy goals and document progress
- Assist patient with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination
- Suggest adaptive equipment such as grab bars and shower chairs to offer added support
- Assess fall risks and introduce strategies to improve home safety
- Educate patient and family on plan of care, exercises, goals and self-care
A few must-haves for Home Health Occupational Therapists:- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in Montana
- Minimum of Three [3] years of occupational therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare
- CPR certification; TB Screening
- Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
- Good clinical judgement, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionate
