Occupational Therapist (OT)

Thrive Therapy; Kansas City (KS); Híbrido; USD 60.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Thrive Therapy of Kansas is seeking a Full-Time Home Health Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide hands-on OT services to patients in their homes in the Kansas City, KS area. Under the supervision of a licensed OT, you will help patients improve independence in daily activities, document progress, and collaborate with the care team.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, flexibility, and opportunities for professional growth.

Formación

• Associate degree from an accredited OTA program.
• Active Kansas OTA license through KSBHA.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a home health setting.

Responsabilidades

• Provide skilled OTA interventions as outlined in the plan of care.
• Assist patients with improving independence in activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
• Implement therapeutic activities and exercises to address strength, coordination, mobility, and functional performance.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Accurately document treatment sessions and patient responses in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapy goals, safety strategies, and home programs.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care.
• Maintain compliance with all professional, ethical, and regulatory requirements.

Conocimientos

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Patient care

Educación

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Active Kansas OTA license (KSBHA)

Descripción del empleo

Description

Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) – Home Health (Full Time)
Thrive Therapy of Kansas
Serving Kansas City, KS and surrounding areas

About Thrive Therapy of Kansas

At Thrive Therapy of Kansas, we help patients regain independence and improve their ability to perform daily activities through compassionate, evidence-based occupational therapy—delivered in the comfort of their homes. Our mission is to provide high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting our clinicians with flexibility, teamwork, and opportunities for professional growth.

If you’re a caring, motivated Occupational Therapy Assistant who is passionate about helping others thrive, we’d love to have you on our team.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Full-Time Home Health Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join our growing therapy team. This role provides hands‑on occupational therapy services to patients in their homes, helping them improve functional abilities, safety, and quality of life under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions as outlined in the plan of care


• Assist patients with improving independence in activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs)


• Implement therapeutic activities and exercises to address strength, coordination, mobility, and functional performance


• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to the supervising Occupational Therapist


• Accurately document treatment sessions and patient responses in accordance with company and regulatory standards


• Educate patients and caregivers on therapy goals, safety strategies, and home programs


• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care


• Maintain compliance with all professional, ethical, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program (required)


• Active Kansas OTA license through the Kansas Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA) (required)


• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills


• Compassionate, dependable, and self‑motivated


• Comfortable working independently in a home health setting


• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license

Schedule

• Full Time


• Flexible scheduling

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling and manageable caseloads


• Supportive, team-oriented work culture


• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education


• Meaningful work that directly impacts patients’ daily lives

Work Location

• In the field — home health visits throughout the Kansas City, KS area

Requirements

• Valid Kansas OT license


• Reliable Vehicle


• Valid Driver's License


• Must pass a background check


• Effective written and oral communication skills


• Ability to maintain a confidential working relationship


• Good personal organizational skills


• Ability to follow oral and written instructions


• Demonstration of satisfactory knowledge and competency for the initial evaluations, delivery of services, treatments, and teaching.