PRN Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT)

Aspen Home Health & Hospice of The Treasure Valley•Meridian, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Home Health Occupational Therapist provides therapeutic services to patients in their homes to help them perform daily activities and improve their quality of life. The role assesses patients’ physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and plans and implements individualized therapy in collaboration with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals. The therapist uses therapeutic interventions, adaptive equipment, and activity modifications to help patients regain independence and achieve personal goals. The schedule is PRN, as needed, on weekdays and weekends.

Requirements

Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
Ability to build rapport with residents through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with residents, families, and team members.
Commitment to high-quality, resident-centered care with empathy and compassion.
Strong clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, and intervention implementation.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including assisting with resident mobility and transfers, standing for extended periods, moving around facilities, and lifting or maneuvering equipment.
Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality according to the schedule designated by the department supervisor or manager.
Ability to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
Physical capacity for repeated or sustained use of abdominal and lower-back muscles, steady hand and arm control, and exerting force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Stamina to work full shifts and perform repetitive tasks, including therapy with multiple residents and documentation.

Nice To Haves

Clinical experience in a home health facility or similar healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ physical, cognitive, and emotional needs and develop personalized therapy plans.
Design and implement individualized therapy programs addressing impairments, functional limitations, and performance deficits.
Educate patients and families on daily living strategies and environmental adaptations that support functional independence.
Use therapeutic interventions, including exercises, adaptive equipment, and modifications to daily activities.
Monitor and document patient progress, response to therapy, and changes in condition; provide reports to the supervising physician and healthcare team.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
Guide patients in using assistive devices and adaptive technologies.
Maintain accurate, current patient records in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
Support and educate caregivers and family members to improve patient care and facilitate therapy.
Participate in professional development and stay current with occupational therapy practices and techniques.
Perform other duties as assigned.