Occupational Therapist OT PRN

Compassus; Vestavia Hills (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Compassus in Alabama is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality rehabilitative OT services to patients in their homes. You will assess needs, design and implement plans of care, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists to support safe, effective daily living activities.

Responsibilities include completing OASIS as needed, educating patients and families, supervising related staff, and contributing to care planning and discharge planning to promote

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy required.
• At least one year of experience as an Occupational Therapist in acute care, home health, or rehabilitation setting highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop OT plans of care for patients.
• Visit patients for assessment and evaluations and communicate with physician before start of care and as needed.
• Complete OASIS assessments as appropriate.
• Implement the plans of care.
• Provide education and instruction to team members, patients, and families.
• Supervise paraprofessionals as needed.
• Plan for discharge as appropriate.
• Maintain proper documentation for billing.
• Communicate with patients, families, and other health care providers.
• Supervise OTAs and Home Health Aides.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Home Health

Assessment

Education

Education

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Company: Compassus #LI-KB1

Position Summary The Home Health Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing quality rehabilitative occupational therapy to clients. S/he initiates planned, purposeful activity designed to enhance the physical and psychosocial functioning of the client.

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Participates in the development of occupational therapy plans of care for patients.
• Makes visits to the patients for assessment and evaluations and communicates with physician before start of care and as needed.
• Completes OASIS assessments as appropriate.
• Implements the plans of care.
• Provides education and instruction to team members, patients, and families.
• Supervises paraprofessionals as needed.
• Plans for discharge as appropriate.
• May participate in agency quality improvement programs.
• Ensures the growth and profitability of the company through the responsible use of company resources and educating the community to our services.
• Participates in regularly scheduled interdisciplinary team meeting to coordinate the care of the patient & family, exchange information & problem solve & receive staff support and education.
• Applies the policies & procedures of the agency and the rules and regulations of State and Federal regulatory agencies and other certified agencies in providing care.
• Meets or exceeds established productivity standards.
• Confers as needed with attending physician or other agency personnel regarding patient’s condition and records information timely in patient’s EMR.
• Provide skilled restorative treatment to enhance physical function of joints/muscles, pain management, sensory integration, teaching compensatory techniques for ADL’s; designing, fabricating, fitting of orthotic & self-help devices, vocational & pre-vocational assessment & training, work simplification & energy conservation, home evaluation for safety, joint protection, gross/fine apprehension patterns/free writing, upper extremity strength, muscle reeducation transfer training/standing/tolerance & balance.
• Ensures that all care is provided with respect for patient rights.
• Reports all allegations of patient abuse and/or misappropriation of patient property.
• Reports all accidents and incidents observed.
• Observes safety needs of the patients.
• Educates staff in psychosocial aspects, as needed.
• Collaborates with service provider furnishing contract services to the patient as needed.
• Participates in developing and updating policies and procedures as requested.
• Thinks and acts calmly and logically to meet unusual occurrences of the job.
• Maintains proper documentation for billing.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and other health care providers.
• Supervises the care given by Occupational Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy required.
• At least one (1) year of experience as an Occupational Therapist in an acute care, home health, or rehabilitation setting highly preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

• Active and unencumbered Occupational Therapist license in state(s) of employment required.

At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

At Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others. Your Career Journey Matters We’re dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you’re pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.

Compassus Advantage

• Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
• Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
• Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
• A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Ready to Join? At Compassus, your career is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive.

Compassus provides a continuum of integrated home-based services including home health, home infusion, palliative and hospice care. Thousands of teammates and hundreds of access points nationwide provide high-quality care and manage patients’ advanced illnesses in partnership with health systems and long-term care partners. The Compassus Care for who I am culture reflects its unique care delivery model, which focuses on each person as an individual as well as a patient, to improve their quality of life in a meaningful way.

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