Occupational Therapist (OT)
About The Position
HOME HEALTH OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (OT) in Colorado Springs, Colorado Status: Full Time or Part Time Embark on a new career path where therapy is customized to a patient’s life and outcomes are optimized. As a Home Health OT, you’ll help patients regain their independence and learn to perform everyday activities in the comfort and familiarity of home. Interim HealthCare® is the nation’s first home care company and leading employer of Home Health OTs. We understand the importance of personalized therapy to patients in need of creative strategies to make daily activities easier. As a Home Health OT, you’ll help people get back to the things they love in the place where life is lived. If this ignites your passion for therapy, you are made for this! Our Home Health Occupational Therapists enjoy some excellent benefits: Rate: $80-$125 a visit Competitive, Weekly pay with travel time and mileage reimbursement! Holiday and PTO pay for full time employees Supportive, caring management that will have your back! Medical for full-time, dental, vision and supplemental benefits available for everyone 1:1 patient ratio; where you make a difference in our patients care with flexible assignments to fit your needs! Continuing education benefits and discounted courses through Colorado Christian University and Rasmussen University. As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in Colorado
- Minimum of one (1) year of occupational therapy experience in home healthcare
- CPR Certification (demonstration course required)
- Pass a background check and drug test (we are required to test for THC)
- Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
- Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionate
Responsibilities
- Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to an illness or injury
- Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT and SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and personal goals
- Assess patient, observe deficits, establish therapy goals and document progress
- Assist patient with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination
- Suggest adaptive equipment such as grab bars and shower chairs to offer added support
- Assess fall risks and introduce strategies to improve home safety
- Educate patient and family on plan of care, exercises, goals and self-care
- Provide supervision and guidance to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.
Benefits
- Competitive, Weekly pay with travel time and mileage reimbursement!
- Holiday and PTO pay for full time employees
- Supportive, caring management that will have your back!
- Medical for full-time, dental, vision and supplemental benefits available for everyone
- 1:1 patient ratio; where you make a difference in our patients care with flexible assignments to fit your needs!
- Continuing education benefits and discounted courses through Colorado Christian University and Rasmussen University
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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