Occupational Therapist (OT)

Interim HealthCare; Colorado; On-site; USD 103,000 - 207,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Supplemental benefits

1:1 patient care

Continuing education

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Interim HealthCare in Colorado is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT) to help patients regain independence in their homes. You will deliver customized therapy, assess daily tasks, and support patients to return to the activities they love in familiar surroundings.

This part-time role offers per-visit pay between $75 and $150, with travel and mileage compensation; a 1:1 patient ratio; sick time for part-time staff; and continuing education benefits through Colorado Christian

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
• Active OT license in the State of Colorado.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
• Good clinical judgment and compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks at home.
• Work with a home health team to plan and execute the patient’s care goals.
• Assess patients, observe deficits, and document progress.
• Assist patients with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination.
• Suggest adaptive equipment to improve home safety and independence.
• Educate patients and families on plan of care and exercises.

Education

Graduate of an accredited OT program

Active Colorado OT license

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

• Location: Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley, andsurrounding areas
• Visit Rates: $75-$150 per visit, PLUS travel and mileage compensation
• Status: Part-Time (minimum 5 visits per week)

Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT)

Embark on a new career path where therapy is customized to a patient’s life and outcomes are optimized. As a Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT), you’ll help patients regain their independence and learn to perform everyday activities in the comfort and familiarity of their home.We understand the importance of personalized therapy to patients in need of creative strategies to make daily activities easier. As a Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT), you’ll help people get back to the things they love in the place where life is lived. If this ignites your passion for therapy, you are made for this!

Our Home Health Occupational Therapists enjoy some excellent benefits:

• Competitive, weekly- per visit pay, $75-$150, with travel time and mileage reimbursement!
• Paid sick time for part-time employees.
• Supportive, caring management that will have your back!
• Dental, vision and supplemental benefits available for everyone.
• 1:1 patient ratio; where you make a difference in our patients care with flexible assignments to fit your needs!
• Continuing education benefits and discounted courses through Colorado Christian University and Rasmussen University.

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT), here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:

• Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to an illness or injury.
• Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT and SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and personal goals.
• Assess patient, observe deficits, establish therapy goals and document progress.
• Assist patient with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination.
• Suggest adaptive equipment such as grab bars and shower chairs to offer added support.
• Assess fall risks and introduce strategies to improve home safety.
• Educate patient and family on plan of care, exercises, goals and self-care.

A few must-haves for Home Health Occupational Therapists:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in the State of Colorado.
• Minimum of 1 year of occupational therapy experience, preferably in home healthcare.
• CPR/BLS certification (must be a demonstration course).
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
• Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionate.

Why Work for Interim HealthCare?

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health Occupational Therapists (OTs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates therapists, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of OTs who are making a significant impact in the lives of others through the personalized, home-based therapy they provide.

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Application Deadline:Accepting ongoing applications.