Occupational Therapist

Career Links; Creston (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan Options

Continuing Education Assistance

Mileage Reimbursement

Sign-On Bonus Potential

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Career Links in Iowa is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist to provide home health services across the state. You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and help them improve independence and safety while working with families and healthcare teams.

The role involves travel to patients' homes, thorough documentation, and collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary teams. A current Iowa OT license, CPR/BLS, and valid driving privileges are required; relocation and

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in Occupational Therapy (Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate).
• Current Iowa OT License issued by Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy.
• CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain before start date.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home-based OT evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide interventions to improve ADLs, IADLs, mobility, and cognition.
• Assess home environments and recommend safety adaptations and equipment.
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment strategies and home exercise programs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, PTs, SLPs and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Document progress and maintain compliant records.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical reasoning

Documentation

Education

OT degree (Bachelor/Master/Doctoral) in Occupational Therapy

Iowa OT License

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health

Home Health | Full-Time | Competitive Salary Based on Experience + Benefits + Sign-On Bonus Potential

At Career Links, we connect exceptional healthcare professionals with rewarding opportunities nationwide. We are currently seeking a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide home health services throughout Iowa. This rewarding opportunity allows you to work directly with patients in their homes, helping them improve independence, safety, and overall quality of life through individualized occupational therapy services.

Position Overview

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat patients experiencing physical, cognitive, developmental, or psychosocial limitations that affect their ability to perform activities of daily living. The OT will develop and implement personalized treatment plans designed to maximize functional independence while collaborating with patients, caregivers, physicians, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations in patients' homes.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, goals, and physician referrals.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), mobility, coordination, strength, and cognitive functioning.
• Assess home environments and recommend modifications or adaptive equipment to improve safety and independence.
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment strategies, adaptive techniques, and home exercise programs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in compliance with Medicare, state, federal, and agency regulations.
• Participate in care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program with a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current Iowa Occupational Therapist License issued by the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy.
• Current CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain prior to start.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Ability to travel throughout assigned service areas.
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and documentation skills.
• Home health experience preferred but not required.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement Plan Options
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Sign-On Bonus Potential
• Relocation Assistance Available to Qualified Candidates

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.