Occupational Therapist - Home Health

Pathways Healthcare, Llc; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage Reimbursement

401(k) Match

Reduced Electronic Documentation Time!

Training, meetings, and other hourly $

Free CEU’s and professional开发

Job summary

Pathways Healthcare is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our home health and hospice team in the Springfield, VA area. You will assess patients at home, develop individualized treatment plans, and educate families and caregivers to support recovery in a home setting.

Requires an OT degree from an accredited program, OT registration, and a valid driver’s license. Two years of clinical OT experience is preferred. Mileage reimbursement and flexible professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree from an OT curriculum accredited by the AMA/ AOTA and be registered with the NREAAOTA.
• Minimum of two years of clinical OT experience preferred.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication with strong organizational abilities to interact with patients and the healthcare team.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and own a reliable, insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments including functional status and home environment.
• Evaluate work capacity and provide vocational training referrals when necessary.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with achievable goals.
• Train patients in daily activities, prosthetics, orthotics and adaptive equipment use.
• Maintain accurate records and report patient condition changes promptly.
• Educate families and caregivers on treatment plans.
• Supervise occupational therapy assistants and home health aides.
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and case reviews.
• Refer patients to additional services as needed and coordinate discharge planning.

Skills

Communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Education

OT degree accreditation

OT registration

Job description

Pathways Healthcare is a leading, physician- and nurse practitioner-led home health and hospice organization, committed to redefining recovery through comprehensive, patient-centered care. Our innovative Medical Rehabilitation Program offers a meaningful alternative to institutional rehab, helping people heal at home, with dignity and purpose.

As one of the first home health agencies to adopt AI-assisted documentation, we're investing in tools that give our clinicians time back – saving 5 to 10 hours per week! We have made a deliberate decision not to raise our productivity expectations, so the patients and clinicians win in the end.

We are proud to have ranked in Boston Globe's Top Places to Work in Massachusetts and USA Today's Best Places to Work in the United States since 2023!

Job Description:

• Role: Occupational Therapist
• Main Office Location: Springfield, VA
• Service Area: Springfield and Surrounding Areas

Qualifications:

• Hold a degree from an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association. Additionally, be registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• A minimum of two years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist is preferred.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills along with strong organizational abilities to effectively interact with patients and the healthcare team.
• Possess a valid driver's license and own a reliable, insured vehicle.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including functional status, home environment, and equipment needs.
• Evaluate work capacity and provide vocational training referrals when necessary.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with achievable goals.
• Train patients in daily activities, prosthetics, orthotics, and adaptive equipment use.
• Maintain accurate records and report patient condition changes promptly.
• Educate families and caregivers on treatment plans.
• Supervise occupational therapy assistants and home health aides.
• Participate in training, meetings, and case reviews.
• Refer patients to additional services as needed and coordinate discharge planning.

What We Offer:

• Mileage Reimbursement
• 401(k) Match
• Reduced Electronic Documentation Time!
• Training, meetings, and other hourly activities paid at $35/hour
• Free CEU’s and professional development

Pathways Healthcare is committed to providing exceptional care to our patients and fostering a positive work environment for our team members. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives and possess the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!