Occupational Therapist, Home Care, PRN, Bronson at Home

Bronson Healthcare; Kansas; Hybrid; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

Bronson Healthcare is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist for Bronson at Home in Kansas. The role involves evaluating patients, creating treatment plans, and providing direct care to enhance patient independence. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy and a valid Michigan therapy license, with strong communication skills.

This role requires physical activity typical of home care, including lifting and operating a PC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy and a valid therapy license in Michigan.
• Must have a valid driver's license and auto insurance for business use.
• BLS Certification required within 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient functional status through assessments.
• Establish treatment plans and set care goals.
• Document evaluations and treatment plans in the electronic health record.

Skills

Proficiency in keyboarding on PC/mobile device

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Social sensitivity

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy

Current Occupational Therapy license in Michigan

BLS Certification

Job description

Position Summary

Provide treatment to patients to facilitate development and rehabilitation of physically, cognitively, or emotionally disabled persons for the purpose of restoring and enhancing functional independence. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Location

BAH Bronson at Home

Title

Occupational Therapist, Home Care, PRN, Bronson at Home

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current Occupational Therapy license in good standing with the State of Michigan
• Proficiency in keyboarding on PC/mobile device
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, social sensitivity, English proficiency
• Current driver’s license in Michigan and vehicle available for business use; valid auto insurance and MVR check required
• BLS Certification required within 3 months of employment
• Preferred clinical experience in home care or related settings

Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Interpret and implement referrals; evaluate patient functional status and therapeutic needs through standardized assessment and testing; establish functional baseline.
• Establish education and treatment planning.
• Provide family and community education.
• Participate in interdisciplinary discussion/rounds.
• Set patient care goals and estimate length of treatment.
• Develop and participate in program and department process improvement activities.
• Serve as a resource person and provide in-services to the Bronson Rehabilitation System.
• Direct patient care per treatment plan; facilitate and instruct patients in necessary skills.
• Design and fabricate splints and assistive devices as needed.
• Cross‑train to other departments within Rehabilitation Services as necessary.

Administration Duties

• Document evaluations, treatment plans, and progress in the electronic health record per compliance timelines.
• Maintain accurate, legible, and complete records for each patient.
• Communicate to leadership any documentation limitations.
• Serve on committees and task forces; participate in process improvement.
• Demonstrate time‑management skills.
• Supervise COTA, Rehab Clinical Assistant, OT students, COTA students, volunteers, and athletic trainer.

Shift

Variable

Time Type

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

10

Job Physical Demands

Work may involve lifting up to 50 pounds, operating a PC or CRT up to 40% of the time, and handling material and equipment. The position requires full attention to computer use and regular physical activity typical of home‑care environments.