Occupational Therapist - Akron, OH
About The Position
FOX Rehabilitation is seeking licensed Occupational Therapists in Akron, Ohio, to provide one-on-one care to older adults in private residences and senior living communities. Clinicians use FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model to help patients improve mobility, independence, wellness, longevity, and quality of life. The role includes evaluations, individualized care planning, evidence-based treatment, documentation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and education for patients, caregivers, and senior living staff. Telehealth and other virtual care may be incorporated when appropriate. The position offers autonomy to create and manage a treatment schedule, build lasting patient relationships, and work across in-home and community-based settings. FOX offers full-time, part-time, and PRN/Fox Flex employment pathways; compensation and benefits depend on employment type and eligibility. New graduates may be eligible for the Emerging Professionals Mentor Program.
Requirements
- Valid Occupational Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain one.
- Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
- Basic computer and EMR proficiency.
- Current CPR certification.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including lifting, performing CPR, assisting with patient transfers and bed mobility, repositioning patients, standing and walking for extended periods, climbing stairs, and performing therapeutic activities.
- Ability to wear PPE when required.
Nice To Haves
- New graduates may be eligible for FOX’s Emerging Professionals Mentor Program.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one occupational therapy to older adults in private residences and senior living settings, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
- Perform evaluations, develop individualized plans of care, and deliver evidence-based treatment.
- Provide therapy that supports patient wellness, longevity, mobility, and functional independence.
- Document care in FOX’s EMR system in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and Fitness Specialists.
- Educate patients, caregivers, and senior living staff to promote safety, function, and aging in place.
- Provide telehealth or virtual care when appropriate.
- Drive to patient homes and senior living communities to provide care.
Benefits
- Medical insurance for eligible roles.
- Dental insurance for eligible roles.
- Vision insurance for eligible roles.
- 401(k) with company match for eligible roles.
- Unlimited continuing education access.
- Professional certification reimbursement.
- Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways.
- Access to advanced technology and tools, including virtual care resources.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Wellness referral incentives for connecting patients to continued care with a FOX Fitness Specialist.
- Additional compensation opportunities for serving as a Clinical Instructor, mentoring new professionals, supervising PTA/OTAs, providing patient care above bi-weekly quota, and creating blog articles or social content.
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Job Type
Full-time
