Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health Services - Per Diem

Valley Healthcare; Ellensburg (WA); On-site; USD 59,167 - 89,667; Part time

Job summary

Valley Healthcare is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist (OT) for Home Health Services in Ellensburg, WA. This role involves developing therapy plans for patients, coordinating care with team members, and evaluating Medicare Hospice patients impacting daily living activities.

Applicants must be licensed in Washington, have 2 years of healthcare experience, and possess a valid driver’s license. The hourly wage ranges from $42.95 to $65.09 based on experience, with potential for a 15% premium.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program & currently licensed in the State of Washington.
• Current CPR card (maintenance required).
• Two years experience in a health care setting.
• Valid WA State Driver’s License.
• Access to reliable transportation and valid Automobile Insurance.

Responsibilities

• Develop occupational therapy plans of care based on patient assessments.
• Integrate occupational therapy into Home Health plans.
• Evaluate Medicare Hospice patients for symptom management.

Skills

Experience with geriatrics

Knowledge of Medicare

Home health care experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program

Current CPR certification

Job description

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health Services - Per Diem

• Part-time
• Compensation: USD 42.95 - USD 65.09 - hourly

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for developing an occupational therapy plan of care based on a complete assessment and the direction of the patient's physician, integrating the occupational therapy into the Home Health plan of care and coordinating services with the other team members involved in the plan of care. The Occupational Therapist may be requested to evaluate Medicare Hospice patients for palliation of symptoms/problems affecting performance of activities of daily living, structural environmental or equipment needs.

What is required

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program & currently licensed in the State of Washington;
• Current CPR card (maintenance required)
• Two years’ experience in a health care setting;
• Valid WA State Driver’s License;
• Access to reliable transportation and valid Automobile Insurance

What is preferred

• Experience with geriatrics, Medicare and home health.

Wage

Wage range currently starts at $42.95/hour and goes up to $65.09/hour. Actual wage will be based on years' of applicable experience. This position may also be eligible to receive an additional 15% premium in lieu of benefits.

Benefits

This position is not benefits eligible