Occupational Therapist (OT)

thrivetherapyofks; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive pay

Professional growth

Job summary

Thrive Therapy of Kansas is seeking a Part-Time Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our growing therapy team in the Wichita area. The OT will provide skilled evaluations and treatments to patients in their homes, helping improve functional abilities, safety, and quality of life.

The role offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for professional growth within a compassionate, patient-centered setting. Applicants must hold an OT degree and an active Kansas license to practice.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Active Kansas OT license through the Kansas Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA).
• Strong clinical reasoning and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized plans of care.
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to address ADLs, IADLs, mobility, strength, coordination, cognition, and safety.
• Assess home environments and recommend modifications or adaptive equipment as needed.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Document evaluations, treatments, and patient responses in compliance with standards.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapy goals, safety strategies, and home exercises.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Documentation

Communication

Time management

Home health

Education

OT degree

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health (Part Time)

Thrive Therapy of Kansas – Serving Wichita, 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, collaboration, and opportunities for professional growth.

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

Position Summary

We are seeking a Part-Time Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our growing therapy team in the Wichita area. This role provides skilled occupational therapy evaluations and treatment services to patients in their homes, helping them improve functional abilities, safety, and overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized plans of care
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to address ADLs, IADLs, mobility, strength, coordination, cognition, and safety
• Assess home environments and recommend modifications or adaptive equipment as needed
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly
• Accurately document evaluations, treatments, and patient responses in compliance with company and regulatory standards
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapy goals, safety strategies, and home exercise programs
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as applicable
• Maintain compliance with all professional, ethical, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program (required)
• Active Kansas Occupational Therapist license through the Kansas Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA) (required)
• Strong clinical reasoning and documentation skills
• Excellent communication and time-management abilities
• Compassionate, dependable, and self-motivated
• Comfortable working independently in a home health setting
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license

Schedule

• Part time
• Flexible scheduling

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling and manageable caseloads
• Supportive, team-oriented work culture
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Competitive compensation
• Meaningful work that directly impacts patients’ daily lives

Work Location

• In the field – home health visits throughout the Wichita, KS area

Additional 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 instructionsDemonstration of satisfactory knowledge and competency for the initial evaluations, delivery of services, treatments, and teaching.