Occupational Therapist (OT)

Interim HealthCare Inc.; Fort Myers (FL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible assignments

Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University

Online training and CEUs

Job summary

Interim HealthCare Inc. is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT) in Fort Myers, FL. This role offers the flexibility to set your own schedule while providing personalized therapy to patients in their homes. Responsibilities include assessing patients, documenting progress, and collaborating with a healthcare team. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program with an active Florida OT license and have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. The position emphasizes work-life balance and the ability to customize patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in Florida.
• Minimum of 2 years of occupational therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to an illness or injury.
• Work as part of a home health team focused on the patient’s plan of care.
• Assess patients, establish therapy goals and document progress.

Skills

Occupational therapy skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical judgment

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy Program

Job description

Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location: North Fort Myers, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, FL

Experience a therapy career that comes with work‑life balance! As a Home Health OT for Interim HealthCare®, you can set your own schedule and enjoy the freedom that comes with it.

For more than 60 years, Interim HealthCare has been an employer of choice to Occupational Therapists seeking a more flexible career. As a Home Health OT, you’ll have the ability to customize therapy to each patient’s needs and implement strategies that make their home an easier place to navigate. If you’re ready to experience the rewards that home health therapy brings, you are made for this!

Benefits

• Compensation: $85 for OT Evaluation and $75 for OT Visit
• 1:1 therapist‑to‑patient ratios where you impact outcomes
• Flexible assignments, autonomy and work‑life balance
• Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs
• Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University

Responsibilities

• 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 patients, observe deficits, establish therapy goals and document progress
• Assist patients 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

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in Florida
• Minimum of 2 years of occupational therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare
• CPR certification
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
• Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionate

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.