Occupational Therapist - Per Diem

Azza HealthCare Agency; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency seeks a Per Diem Occupational Therapist to assess patients’ functional status, ADLs, fine motor skills, and adaptive equipment needs in home settings. You will document findings for CMS compliance and collaborate with physicians to craft personalized therapy plans.

The role involves monitoring patient responses, educating families and caregivers, and delivering equitable care across diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy licensure in the practice state.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, or reliable transportation.
• Preferred: CPR certification; ability to manage multiple tasks; work independently; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and document findings for CMS compliance.
• Collaborate with physicians to develop therapy plans.
• Monitor and report patient responses and condition changes to the healthcare team.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques and participation.
• Provide care in diverse home settings, ensuring equitable service regardless of patient background.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Independent work

Job description

Role: Per Diem Occupational Therapist responsible for assessing and evaluating patients' functional status, activities of daily living, fine motor skills, and adaptive equipment needs.

Key Duties

• Conduct patient assessments and document findings for CMS compliance.
• Collaborate with physicians to develop personalized therapy plans.
• Monitor and report patient responses and condition changes to the healthcare team.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques and participation.
• Provide care in diverse home settings, ensuring equitable service regardless of patient background.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current Occupational Therapy licensure in the practice state.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, or reliable transportation.
• Preferred: CPR certification, ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and strong communication skills.

This role offers competitive hourly pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment committed to equitable care and community well-being.