Home Health Occupational Therapist OT

The Pennant Group; Tumwater (WA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

401K Matching

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

PTO & holidays

Telehealth options

Job summary

Puget Sound Hospice is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist for full-time home health in Thurston County, WA. Provide one-on-one patient care, assess function, and design individualized OT plans to improve ADLs and safety in home environments.

You will educate families, collaborate with care teams, and document outcomes to ensure quality, compassionate care for aging in place. Competitive pay and full benefits support your growth.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist in Washington state.
• One to two years of experience as an OT.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient care through functional assessments and development of client-centered OT plans.
• Develop and implement individualized OT care plans focused on ADLs, IADLs, safety and participation.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques and safe use of adaptive equipment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and ensure safe discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate documentation of progress and outcomes.

Skills

Patient care

Home health

Interdisciplinary work

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapist in WA

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

**Join Puget Sound Home Health as an Occupational Therapist!****Position:** Full-time Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT) **Location:** Thurston County. We are looking for passionate individuals dedicated to providing quality patient care in our Home Health division.**Why Work With Us?*** **Competitive Pay:** $45-70 per hour, DOE or PPV and Salary options* **Health Benefits:** Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision from the first of the month after hire date* **Financial Benefits:** FSA, HSA accounts, 401K Matching, STD, LTD, and other voluntary plans* **Work-Life Balance:** PTO, paid holidays, sick time, and flexible scheduling* **Additional Perks:** Free telehealth concierge services, tuition reimbursement, mileage reimbursement, and more* **Supportive Environment:** Enjoy company-wide celebrations, events, and a supportive team* **Training Opportunities:** Comprehensive on-the-job training and a ride-along with a seasoned OT to help you learn more**Benefits of the Role:*** One-on-one patient time* Building rewarding relationships* Flexible scheduling for work/life balance* Higher earning potential than traditional facility positions* Working in patients' home settings* Expanding your skills and experience* Practical and direct application of treatment plans**Responsibilities*** Provide comprehensive patient care through **functional assessments**, identification of performance deficits, and development of client‐centered treatment plans in home health settings.* Develop and implement **individualized OT care plans** focused on improving **ADLs, IADLs, safety, participation, and environmental adaptations**.* Educate patients and families on **therapeutic techniques**, compensatory strategies, energy conservation, home exercise/engagement programs, and safe use of adaptive equipment.* Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure **continuity of care**, effective communication, and safe discharge planning.* Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress, functional outcomes, and clinical reasoning while adhering to professional OT standards and medical terminology.* Stay current with best practices in **occupational therapy**, particularly in home health, geriatrics, functional rehabilitation, and aging‐in‐place strategies.**Qualifications:*** Licensed Occupational Therapist in Washington state (or before your first day of work)* One to two years of experience as a Occupational Therapist* Current BLS certification**Core Values: CAPLICO*** **C**ustomer Second (Employee First!)* **A**ccountability* **P**assion for Learning* **L**ove One Another* **I**ntelligent Risk Taking* **C**elebration* **O**wnership**About Us:** Puget Sound Hospice has over 30 years of providing life-changing services in our communities. Our unique model of local leadership and ownership, supported by a strong nationwide structure, ensures stability for our employees and continuity of care for our patients.**Learn More:*** **Call/Text:** Our Recruiter, Marta at 425-320-9683* **Website:** http://pugetsoundhh.com/The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.