Occupational Therapist

Home & Care; Casper, Northern (WY, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Job summary

Home Care in Casper, Wyoming is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist to provide one-on-one rehabilitative care in patients' homes. You will assess, plan, and implement interventions to regain independence and improve daily living activities.

The role offers autonomy, meaningful patient relationships, and a direct impact on quality of life. We value strong clinical judgment, excellent communication, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes in a home

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
• Current and unrestricted OT licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Home Health experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess daily living and work-related skills; develop therapeutic retraining programs with measurable objectives.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team to develop and revise Plans of Care.
• Provide therapeutic treatment and instruction to improve strength, coordination, ROM and function.
• Enhance retraining programs to align with patients' goals and rehab plan.
• Consult with vocational team to develop plans tailored to patients' needs.
• Report and document patient status and progress to physicians and care management staff daily.
• Participate in care coordination and discharge planning activities.
• Design community reintegration activities and coordinate with interdisciplinary team.
• Recommend adaptive equipment to improve home/work environments.
• Train staff and family in retraining programs and activities; supervise assistants.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.

Current and unrestricted OT licensure.

Current CPR certification.

Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

Job description

Make a Lasting Impact!

As a Occupational Therapist with Home&Care, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and families while helping them achieve greater independence in the comfort of their homes. This role offers the stability of full-time work with the satisfaction of making a difference every single day.

Wage: From $95,000 per year

Shift type: Full Time

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
• Home Health experience is a plus.
• Current and unrestricted OT licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our home health team. In this role, you will provide one-on-one rehabilitative care to patients in the comfort of their homes, helping them regain independence, improve functional abilities, and safely navigate daily living tasks. The ideal candidate brings strong clinical judgment, excellent communication, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, developing individualized care plans, implementing therapeutic interventions, and collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary team to support optimal patient outcomes. This position offers autonomy, meaningful patient relationships, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on each patient’s quality of life.

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you will:

• Assess and Develop Programs: Evaluate patients' daily living and work-related skills, developing therapeutic retraining programs with measurable objectives. Administer and interpret diagnostic tests to assist the physician in evaluating patients' functional levels.
• Collaborate on Treatment Plans: Work with physicians and healthcare team members to develop and revise Plans of Care.
• Provide Therapeutic Treatment: Administer therapeutic treatment and instruction to patients according to physician orders to improve or restore strength, coordination, range-of-motion, and function, or teach compensation measures.
• Enhance Retraining Programs: Review and expand retraining programs to align with patients' behavioral goals and the overall rehabilitation program.
• Consult and Coordinate: Collaborate with vocational team members to develop and implement vocationally oriented plans tailored to patients' needs and capabilities.
• Report and Document: Report patients' status and progress to physicians, rehabilitation staff, Clinical Managers, and family members. Accurately and thoroughly document patient care observations, interventions, and evaluations on the day services are rendered. Ensure interim (verbal) orders are accurately documented and implemented. Submit evaluations, treatment plans, and discharge summaries to supervisors and care management staff.
• Participate in Care Coordination: Engage in care coordination and discharge planning activities, acting as a resource for other healthcare personnel.
• Design Community Activities: Create community reintegration activities to aid in physical reconditioning and psychological adjustment, coordinating plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Recommend Adaptive Equipment: Suggest and design special adaptive equipment to improve patients' home or work environments or enhance participation in rehabilitation programs and the community.
• Train Staff and Family: Design and train staff and family members to implement retraining programs, including dressing, feeding, grooming, and hygiene skills. Participate in team and family educational meetings.
• Supervise and Evaluate: Oversee and evaluate the performance of Occupational Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides in implementing occupational therapy services.

Don't worry if it's your first rodeo...new grads are ALWAYS welcome!

At Home&Care, we believe that the highest quality healthcare happens where patients feel most comfortable—at home. Our team is committed to delivering compassionate, individualized care that helps patients achieve greater independence and improved quality of life. We are seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated team in Casper.