Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program
Active OT license in Colorado
Minimum of one year of occupational therapy experience in home healthcare
CPR Certification (demonstration course required)
Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
Responsibilities
Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to illness or injury
Collaborate with a home health team focused on the patient's care plan
Assess patients, observe deficits, and document progress
Assist patients with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination
Suggest adaptive equipment to enhance patient safety and independence
Assess fall risks and implement home safety strategies
Educate patients and families on care plans and self-care techniques
Supervise and guide Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants
Benefits
Competitive weekly pay with travel time
Holiday pay and Paid Time Off for full-time employees
Medical and life insurance for full-time employees
Dental, vision, and supplemental insurance available for all employees
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance
Supportive management team dedicated to your success
Continuing education benefits and discounted tuition through partner universities
Full Job Description
HOME HEALTH OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (OT)
in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Status: Full Time
Rate: $72-$125 a visit
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:
Rate: $72-$125 a visit
Competitive weekly pay with travel time
Holiday pay and Paid Time Off for full-time employees
Medical and life insurance for full-time employees
Dental, vision, and supplemental insurance available for all employees
Paid Family and Medical Leave
One-on-one patient care that allows you to make a meaningful impact
Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance
Supportive management team dedicated to your success
Continuing education benefits and discounted tuition through Colorado Christian University and Rasmussen University
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
Provide supervision and guidance to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.
A few must-haves for Home Health Occupational Therapists:
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in Colorado
Minimum of one (1) year of occupational therapy experience in home healthcare
CPR Certification (demonstration course required)
Pass a background check and drug test (we are required to test for THC)
Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionate
How to Apply:Submit your application through this posting or the Interim HealthCare Careers page, www.interimhealthcare.com/careers. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
