Occupational Therapist / OT

BrightSpring Health Services•Bangor, ME

29d•$50 - $55•Remote

About The Position

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) for their Neuro Home & Community program. This role offers flexible scheduling, high clinical autonomy, and dedicated 1:1 patient care. The program focuses on a neurorehabilitation model centered on real-life function rather than clinic-based limitations. As an OT in this program, you will assist patients in regaining independence in essential activities such as daily routines, cognition, safety, and life participation. The work is performed directly in the patient's home and community, where recovery is most effective. This position is ideal for OTs who value autonomy, flexibility, and achieving meaningful outcomes without productivity pressure. The focus areas include activities of daily living (ADLs/IADLs), cognitive rehabilitation in real environments, home safety, functional independence, and neuro recovery following conditions like stroke and TBI. The role emphasizes helping individuals regain real independence beyond just completing exercises.

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from a college or university with an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Current, unrestricted license as an Occupational Therapist by state in which practicing.
Current CPR Certification.
A minimum of one year’s work experience as an Occupational Therapist.
Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological diagnoses.
Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures.
Duties require fine motor skills, visual acuity, and walking/standing for extended periods.
Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times.
A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on specific location policy, local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological diagnoses preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans.
Regularly re-assess the effectiveness of treatment plans.
Attend staffing meetings and family conferences.
Perform discharge evaluations, make appropriate recommendations for home and community safety, and provide referral and education resources.
Communicate patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services, and family members.
Communicate with other disciplines to ensure collaboration, coordination of care, and enhance patient outcomes.