Home Health Occupational Therapist | $10K Sign-On + Benefits

CenterWell Home Health; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Full-time benefits on day one

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence in their homes. You will conduct assessments, develop retraining programs and collaborate with physicians to optimize care plans.

Responsibilities include delivering therapy, supervising staff, documenting progress and coordinating discharge. Requires active OT licensure, CPR, and valid driver’s license. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available and full benefits begin on day one.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted OT licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assess daily living/work-related skills and develop retraining plans for home-based patients.
• Collaborate with physicians and the care team to update the Plan of Care.
• Provide interventions to improve strength, ROM, coordination per orders.
• Review and expand retraining programs per patient goals and rehab program guidelines.
• Coordinate with vocational teammates to align plans with patient needs.
• Report patient status and progress to physicians and family members.
• Participate in care coordination and discharge planning activities.
• Design community reintegration activities to support physical reconditioning and psychological adjustment.
• Design adaptive equipment to improve home or work environments.
• Train staff and family to carry out retraining programs including daily activities.
• Supervise OT Assistant and Home Health Aide delivering services.
• Document care observations and ensure orders are implemented and discharged plans submitted.

Skills

OT licensure

CPR certification

Driver's license

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence in their homes. You will conduct assessments, develop retraining programs and collaborate with physicians to optimize care plans.

Responsibilities include delivering therapy, supervising staff, documenting progress and coordinating discharge. Requires active OT licensure, CPR, and valid driver’s license. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available and full benefits begin on day one.