Home Health Occupational Therapist – Empower Independence

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health, based in Detroit, MI, seeks a Home Health Occupational Therapist to provide in-home care across mid-Michigan from our Jackson hospital campus. You will perform comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans to help patients regain independence.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, educate families, and monitor progress to achieve optimal outcomes. Michigan licensure and OT degree are required; home care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program; degree required.
• Michigan OT license required.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license and insured vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' functional abilities and develop personalized treatment plans.
• Implement therapies to improve independence in daily activities.
• Educate patients and families on adaptive techniques and home safety.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans to optimize outcomes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care.

Skills

Functional assessment

Treatment planning

Therapy interventions

Patient education

Home safety

Progress monitoring

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited OT program graduate

Bachelor's or Master's degree in OT

Job description

Henry Ford Health, based in Detroit, MI, seeks a Home Health Occupational Therapist to provide in-home care across mid-Michigan from our Jackson hospital campus. You will perform comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans to help patients regain independence.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, educate families, and monitor progress to achieve optimal outcomes. Michigan licensure and OT degree are required; home care experience preferred.