Home Health Occupational Therapist — Flexible Schedule & Growth

Interim HealthCare of Fort Myers, FL; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 103,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive per-visit pay

Flexible assignments and autonomy

Online CEU training

Tuition discounts through Rasmussen

Job summary

Interim HealthCare of Fort Myers, FL is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide therapy in patients' homes across North Fort Myers, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, FL. The role emphasizes 1:1 patient care, autonomy, and a flexible schedule.

The OT will assess, plan, and implement individualized therapy, collaborate with a home health team, and educate patients and families on exercises and safety.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in Florida.
• Minimum of 2 years of occupational therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare.
• CPR certification.
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
• Good clinical judgement, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionate

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate care

Clinical judgement

Education

Accredited OT program

Florida OT license

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Interim HealthCare of Fort Myers, FL is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide therapy in patients' homes across North Fort Myers, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, FL. The role emphasizes 1:1 patient care, autonomy, and a flexible schedule.

The OT will assess, plan, and implement individualized therapy, collaborate with a home health team, and educate patients and families on exercises and safety.