Occupational Therapist, Home Health

Humana; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 77,200 - 106,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to deliver home health services focusing on rehabilitation. This role involves assessing patients, developing therapeutic programs, and coordinating with healthcare teams to enhance patient recovery and quality of life. The ideal candidate should possess an accredited degree, relevant experience, and a valid OT license. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months of occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Home health experience is a plus.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient's skills and develop therapeutic retraining programs.
• Provide therapy according to physician orders to improve function.
• Consult with health care team members to revise care plans.
• Document patient care observations and evaluations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program

Current OT licensure

Job description

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first.

Job Description Summary

As a therapist at CenterWell Home Health, you’ll play a vital role in helping patients regain strength, mobility and independence—all from the comfort of their homes. By delivering personalized care that focuses on rehabilitation and functional improvement, you'll empower individuals to overcome physical limitations, perform everyday activities with confidence and enjoy a better quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Assess/screen patient's daily living/work-related skills and develop therapeutic retraining programs with measurable objectives; administer and interpret diagnostic and prognostic tests of function.
• Confer with the patient’s physician and other health care team members; participate in development/revision of the Plan of Care Treatment.
• Provide therapeutic treatment and instruction to patients in accordance with physician orders to improve/restore strength, coordination, range‑of‑motion and function or teach compensation measures.
• Review and expand retraining programs in a manner consistent with each patient’s behavioral goals and overall rehabilitation program guidelines.
• Consult with other vocational team members to develop and implement vocationally oriented plans consistent with patients’ needs and capabilities.
• Report patient status and progress to the physician, rehabilitation staff, Clinical Manager, patients and families.
• Participate in care coordination and discharge planning activities and act as a resource to other health care personnel in meeting patient’s needs.
• Design community reintegration activities to assist patients in physical reconditioning, psychological adjustment, and coordinate the plan with interdisciplinary team members.
• Recommend and/or design special adaptive equipment to improve residence or work environments and enhance participation in the rehabilitation program.
• Train staff and family members to carry out the retraining program, including dressing, feeding, grooming and hygiene skills, and participate in interdisciplinary and family educational meetings.
• Coordinate, oversee, supervise, instruct and evaluate Occupational Therapy Assistant and Home Health Aide performance in implementing occupational therapy services.
• Accurately document patients' care observations, interventions, and evaluations; submit treatment plans and discharge summaries to the supervisor and care management staff.

Required Experience and Skills

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
• Minimum of six months of occupational therapy experience (preferred).
• Home Health experience a plus.
• Current and unrestricted OT licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are required.

Pay Range

$49.00–$69.00 per visit/unit OR $77,200–$106,200 per year based on geographic location and demonstrated qualifications.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40 hours per week.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliates offer competitive benefits designed to support whole‑person well‑being, including medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid time off, disability, life insurance and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. Humana applies affirmative action in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, employing individuals with disability or protected veteran status and basing all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.