Home Health Occupational Therapist - Restore Independence at Home

WesleyLife; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WesleyLife is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist to provide skilled OT services in patients' homes across the service area in Iowa. You will promote safety, independence, and functional abilities by addressing ADLs and IADLs through therapeutic interventions and home programs.

The role requires an Iowa OT license, BLS certification, and English proficiency; prior home health experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice Occupational Therapy in Iowa.
• BLS certification required.
• Must be able to read, speak and write English.
• Graduate of an OT program approved by AOTA, ACOTE, or successors.
• Previous home health or direct patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy interventions to improve ADLs and IADLs, including dressing, bathing, grooming, meal prep, and energy conservation.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, goals, and home programs.
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation and comply with regulations.
• Meet department productivity standards and complete incident reports as required.
• Attend in-service trainings and other meetings; complete online trainings on time.
• Travel to patients' homes across the service area to teach skills and use adaptive equipment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education

Iowa Occupational Therapist license

Basic Life Support (BLS)

English language proficiency

OT program approved by AOTA/ACOTE

Home health or direct patient care experience (preferred)

Job description

WesleyLife is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist to provide skilled OT services in patients' homes across the service area in Iowa. You will promote safety, independence, and functional abilities by addressing ADLs and IADLs through therapeutic interventions and home programs.

The role requires an Iowa OT license, BLS certification, and English proficiency; prior home health experience is preferred.