In-Home Occupational Therapist — Rehab & Independence

Mercy Co; Mehlville (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide in-home therapy to patients with neuromuscular, skeletal, and perceptual disorders under physician direction. You will evaluate, treat, and document progress during routine home visits across acute, rehab, outpatient, and long-term care settings.

Eligible candidates have an accredited OT degree, a current state license, CPR certification, and driving privileges. Two years of preferred experience in acute or home care are a plus.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
• Licensure: Current state license. Valid driver's license.
• Experience: Minimum of one year of experience in acute, rehab, outpatient, home health or long-term care setting.
• Certifications: CPR certification.
• Preferred Experience: Two years' experience in acute care or home care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently schedule patient visits in a timely and efficient manner.
• Check in with office daily to update schedule.
• Provide in-home occupational therapy to patients with neuromuscular, skeletal and perceptual disorders under physician direction.
• Communicate with agency staff, physicians, hospital staff, and the general public.
• Demonstrate good assessment and treatment planning skills and adapt to changes.

Skills

Assessment

Treatment planning

Communication

Documentation

Time management

Problem solving

Independence

Adaptability

Emergency response

Driving

Education

Graduate of an accredited OT program

Job description

Mercy is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide in-home therapy to patients with neuromuscular, skeletal, and perceptual disorders under physician direction. You will evaluate, treat, and document progress during routine home visits across acute, rehab, outpatient, and long-term care settings.

Eligible candidates have an accredited OT degree, a current state license, CPR certification, and driving privileges. Two years of preferred experience in acute or home care are a plus.