Occupational Therapist (OT) | Home Health | Part-Time or Casual

PERHAM HOSPITAL DISTRICT; Perham (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Perham Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist for Home Health in Minnesota. You will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based occupational therapy in the home setting to restore function, independence, and safety.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document progress in the EMR, and educate patients and families on rehabilitation techniques. A Minnesota OT license and NBCOT certification are preferred, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited OT program.
• Current Minnesota OT license or eligibility.
• NBCOT certification required/available per licensure.
• AOTA registration preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients to determine functional limitations and rehabilitation needs.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans with the care team.
• Provide in-home occupational therapy to improve function, independence, and safety.
• Monitor progress and document in EMR per regulations.
• Educate patients and families on home exercises and safety strategies.
• Order and maintain adaptive equipment as appropriate.
• Collaborate with RN Case Manager and other clinicians.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Documentation

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Customer service

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT program

Minnesota OT license

NBCOT certification

AOTA registration preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Making an Impact - Our Commitment, Your Opportunity!At Perham Health, our success is rooted in the strength of our team. We've cultivated a collaborative workplace centered on excellence, compassion, integrity, and respect. Here, you'll discover avenues for personal and professional growth, surrounded by a dedicated and supportive team committed to making a meaningful impact. Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package designed to enhance your overall well-being.Occupational Therapist (OT) | Home Health | Position DetailsProvides skilled occupational therapy services to patients in their homes to restore function, prevent disability, and promote rehabilitation. Evaluates patients, develops individualized treatment plans, and delivers evidence-based therapeutic interventions that support independence, safety, and quality of life. Collaborates with an interdisciplinary care team to provide compassionate, patient-centered home health services.Key Responsibilities:Evaluate patients to determine functional limitations, rehabilitative needs, and appropriate occupational therapy interventions.Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team and according to home health policies.Provide skilled occupational therapy services in the home and community setting to improve functional performance, independence, and safety.Monitor, evaluate, and document patient progress, modifying treatment plans as clinically appropriate.Ensure physician or authorized practitioner orders are obtained prior to initiating home health therapy services.Collaborate and communicate with the RN Case Manager, Therapy Lead, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.Accurately document evaluations, treatments, patient responses, and progress in the electronic medical record in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.Educate patients, families, caregivers, and other support persons on rehabilitation techniques, home exercise programs, adaptive equipment, safety strategies, and disease management.Recommend, order, and maintain adaptive equipment and assistive devices as appropriate to support patient independence.Provide in-service education and clinical support to department staff regarding rehabilitation services and patient care needs as requested.Participate in department meetings, required education, and ongoing professional development to maintain current knowledge of occupational therapy practice and home health regulations.Promote positive patient and family experiences through compassionate, respectful, and professional care.Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all applicable regulatory standards, accreditation requirements, and organizational policies.Support departmental goals, quality improvement initiatives, and community relations through excellence in patient care.Perform other duties as assigned.What You OfferGraduate of an occupational therapy program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) or its successor organization.Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Minnesota.Current certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), when applicable according to licensure requirements.Current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) preferred.Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience preferred; home health experience is beneficial.Valid Minnesota driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of current automobile insurance.Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, documentation, communication, and organizational skills.Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and excellent customer service.Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.Pass a background study through the Minnesota Department of Human Services.Work ScheduleDay Shift - 8am-4:30pm32 hours a pay period or CasualWhat We OfferPeople join Perham Health for the opportunities and stay because of the culture. Perham Health offers a healthy work environment that promotes quality in ourselves and those we provide care to. We offer health, dental, and vision insurances, paid time off, retirement plan options, life insurance, long-term disability, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), scholarship opportunities, funeral/jury duty/military leave, and more.Fuel Your Future at Perham Health - Apply Now!Perham Health is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. Reasonable accommodation to access job openings or to apply for a job are available. If you need assistance applying, please call 218-347-1311. Perham Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.