Occupational Therapist — Flexible In-Home Care

BrightStar Care; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Direct deposit

Free continuing education

Flexible assignments

Weekend and evening opportunities

One-to-one patient care

Joint Commission accreditation

Job summary

BrightStar Care is seeking a licensed occupational therapist to assess and treat clients in home health settings, developing individualized plans based on physician orders and patient needs. The role emphasizes improving strength, mobility, and safety, with a focus on fall risk reduction and personalized care.

You will coordinate with physicians, families, and caregivers, document progress, and participate in discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Graduated with a master’s or higher degree in occupationaltherapy from an accredited occupational therapy program
• Passed a National OccupationalTherapy Examination (NOTE) and/or state examination required by the state
• State licensure in state where care is being provided
• Two (2) years of appropriate experience as a occupationaltherapist. Community/home health is preferred
• Adhere to HIPAA and maintain client confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with physicians to develop care and treatment plan that is appropriate for client’s home environment, especially as it relates to fall risk, interventions, and home safety
• Assess for muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion and pain and select appropriate treatment and assistive devices, instructing family and caregivers on use of devices
• Report client’s response to treatment or changes in condition to the Director of Nursing and physician
• Initiate occupationaltherapy program and instructs other personnel, including family members and caregivers, in specific phases of occupationaltherapy with which they may assist with the client care
• Prepare clinical and progress summaries, as well as participate in discharge planning. A copy of the summaries will be submitted to the Director of Nursing
• Treat clients, families, and staff with courtesy and respect

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Patient communication

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

BrightStar Care is seeking a licensed occupational therapist to assess and treat clients in home health settings, developing individualized plans based on physician orders and patient needs. The role emphasizes improving strength, mobility, and safety, with a focus on fall risk reduction and personalized care.

You will coordinate with physicians, families, and caregivers, document progress, and participate in discharge planning.