Occupational Therapist (OT)

Interim HealthCare- Northern Colorado; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Dental and vision benefits

Continuing education benefits

1:1 patient ratio

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Interim HealthCare- Northern Colorado is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT) for part-time, in-home visits in Fort Collins and surrounding areas. You will provide customized therapy to help patients regain independence and perform daily activities at home, with per-visit compensation of $75–$150 and travel/mileage reimbursement.

The role offers a supportive management team, paid sick time for part-time staff, and opportunity for continuing education.

Qualifications

• Must hold Colorado OT license to practice.
• Minimum of 1 year occupational therapy experience, preferably in home health.
• CPR/BLS certification required (demonstration course).
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
• Good clinical judgment and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks.
• Work with a home health team focused on patient plan of care and goals.
• Assess patient, observe deficits, set therapy goals and document progress.
• Assist patient with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination.
• Suggest adaptive equipment to improve safety and independence.
• Assess fall risks and introduce home safety strategies.
• Educate patient and family on plan of care and self-care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate care

Documentation skills

Education

Colorado OT license

Graduate of accredited Occupational Therapy program

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.

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