Part-Time Occupational Therapist

Innovive Health; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Innovive Health in Des Moines, IA is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients in their homes, develop care plans, and provide therapy to improve independence and daily living activities. This part-time role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

You will conduct visits, document progress in the EMR, educate patients and families, coordinate with physicians, and support discharge planning while adhering to regulations and

Qualifications

• OT degree from an accredited program.
• Current Massachusetts Occupational Therapist license.
• Current CPR certification.
• At least one year of home health, skilled nursing, acute care, or inpatient rehabilitation.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits with evaluations, follow-ups, 30-day re-evals, recertifications and discharges.
• Develop individualized plans of care based on patient needs and goals.
• Provide therapy to improve independence in activities of daily living.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers throughout treatment.
• Communicate treatment plans and progress with physicians.
• Assess vital signs and report anomalies for patient safety.
• Document visits, progress, and recommendations in the EMR.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team for comprehensive care.
• Participate in discharge planning and home exercise education.
• Maintain timely clinical documentation and progress summaries.
• Follow agency policies, infection-control practices, and regulations.

Skills

Home health experience

CPR certification

Driver's license

Reliable vehicle

Documentation skills

Education

Graduate degree in Occupational Therapy

Massachusetts OT license

Job description

Innovive Health is seeking a compassionate and experienced Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality care to patients in their homes. In this role, you will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide occupational therapy services that help patients improve their independence, safety, and ability to perform activities of daily living.

The Occupational Therapist will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, rehabilitation professionals, patients, and families to deliver patient-centered care in accordance with physician orders, applicable regulations, and Innovive Health policies.

Part time 16 hours a week - you can choose two 8 hour weekdays or four 4 hour weekdays

What You’ll Do

• Conduct occupational therapy visits in patients’ homes, including evaluations, follow-up visits, 30-day re-evaluations, recertifications, and discharges.
• Evaluate patients’ rehabilitative needs and contribute to the development of individualized plans of care.
• Develop and implement occupational therapy treatment programs based on each patient’s needs and goals.
• Help patients improve their ability to safely participate in activities of daily living through therapeutic exercises, transfer training, neuromuscular re-education, coordination activities, and safety and fall-prevention education.
• Educate and support patients, families, and caregivers throughout the course of treatment.
• Communicate with physicians regarding therapy frequency, duration, treatment plans, progress, and goals.
• Assess vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen saturation, as appropriate for patient safety, and report abnormal findings to the appropriate clinical team and physician.
• Educate patients on the proper use of durable medical equipment, including walkers, grab bars, shower chairs, wheelchairs, crutches, canes, and prostheses, and coordinate equipment needs when appropriate.
• Accurately document patient visits, progress, responses to treatment, and recommendations using the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with nurses, occupational therapy assistants, physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, speech-language pathologists, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Participate in discharge planning and educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, assistive equipment, and recommendations for continued care following discharge.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation and progress summaries.
• Follow all agency policies, confidentiality requirements, infection-control practices, safety procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain professional and clinical knowledge through continuing education and professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university.
• Current and valid Massachusetts Occupational Therapist license.
• Current CPR certification.
• At least one year of experience in home health, skilled nursing, acute care, or inpatient rehabilitation.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable access to a vehicle.
• Active automobile insurance.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of home health experience.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, including:

• Frequent standing, walking, and sitting.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, balancing, climbing, and crawling.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, or move more than 25 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally assist with moving, lifting, or transferring patients.
• Frequent exposure to bloodborne pathogens, airborne pathogens, and other infectious materials.

Travel Requirements

This is a field-based position requiring daily local travel by car to complete patient visits and attend in-person meetings, training, and continuing education. Occasional travel to corporate offices or locations outside the assigned service area may also be required.

Why Join Innovive Health?

At Innovive Health, we are committed to providing best-in-class home healthcare services to patients with chronic behavioral health issues and complex medical needs. Our clinicians have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference by providing individualized care and helping patients remain safe and independent in the comfort of their own homes.

If you are a dedicated Occupational Therapist who enjoys working independently while collaborating with a supportive interdisciplinary team, we encourage you to apply!