Home Care Occupational Therapist - Flexible Part-Time Impact

516 Visiting Nurse Association of Wisconsin, Inc.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Wisconsin seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist for part-time home care. The role covers Waukesha and Jefferson Counties with 8-hour shifts and a 32-hour monthly commitment. Responsibilities include evaluating patient needs, planning care, fabricating assistive devices, and coordinating with physicians.

Documentation and billing are also required. Education requires a Master’s in Occupational Therapy with state licensure and BLS certification within 90 days if not already

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/masters level OT degree required.
• Current state license to practice occupational therapy.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers: required within 90 days if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Interprets referrals and evaluates patient abilities impacting activities of daily living.
• Establishes and implements a plan of care based on evaluation and goals.
• Provides or fabricates assistive devices and splints to enhance independence.
• Monitors outcomes and adjusts treatment plans; reports to physicians/teammates.

Skills

Intermediate computer skills

Excellent communication

Organization skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Licensed Occupational Therapist

BLS certification

Job description

Advocate Health in Wisconsin seeks a licensed Occupational Therapist for part-time home care. The role covers Waukesha and Jefferson Counties with 8-hour shifts and a 32-hour monthly commitment. Responsibilities include evaluating patient needs, planning care, fabricating assistive devices, and coordinating with physicians.

Documentation and billing are also required. Education requires a Master’s in Occupational Therapy with state licensure and BLS certification within 90 days if not already