Occupational Therapist/FT - Home Health & Hospice Festus

Mercy; Farmington (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy in Missouri is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide in-home services for patients with neuromuscular, skeletal and perceptual disorders, under physician direction. The role emphasizes independent scheduling, travel to patient homes, and collaborative care.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited OT program, current MO license, CPR, and at least one year of experience in acute, rehab, outpatient, home health, or long-term care. A valid driver’s license is needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
• Current state license and valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of one year of experience in acute, rehab, outpatient, home health or long-term care.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home occupational therapy services under physician direction.
• Assess patients and develop treatment plans; monitor progress.
• Schedule patient visits and coordinate with office; drive to client locations.
• Maintain confidentiality and documentation; handle emergencies as needed.
• Collaborate with agency staff, physicians, and hospital staff.

Skills

Assessment skills

Treatment planning

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Independence

Education

OT program graduate

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview

Provides in home occupational therapy services to patients with neuromuscular, skeletal and perceptual disorders, under the direction of a physician.

Position Details:

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.

Licensure: Current state license. Valid drivers license.

Experience: Minimum of one year of experience in acute, rehab, outpatient, home health or long-term care setting required.

Certifications: CPR certification.

Other:

Employee possesses good assessment and treatment planning skills. Employee is energetic, gets along well with others, has good time management and problem solving skills. Employee possesses good communication and documentation skills. Employee is in good physical health and able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently with occasional lifting of over 50 pounds. Employee frequently will work independently and must be able to handle emergencies without assistance. Employee adap[ts to and works effectively with change, takes initiative, sets challenging objectives and values and seeks opportunity to learn.Employee may be required to drive in hazardous conditions; must be able to follow written or verbal instructions and read a map. Employee must independently schedule patient visits in timely and efficient manner; checking in with office daily to update schedule. Employee has regular contact with agency staff members, physicians, hospital staff, and general public. Employee regularly handles confidential information.

Preferred Experience

Two years' experience in acute care or home care preferred.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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