Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health
About The Position
Interim HealthCare is hiring a Home Health Occupational Therapist to provide personalized therapy to patients in East Miami, from Aventura to Coral Gables. The role offers flexibility to set a schedule and autonomy in tailoring therapy to each patient’s needs and home environment. The Occupational Therapist provides care to patients who are unable to perform daily tasks because of illness or injury. Working as part of a home health team, the therapist assesses patients, establishes therapy goals, documents progress, supports improvements in motor skills and coordination, recommends adaptive equipment, addresses fall risks and home safety, and educates patients and families about the plan of care, exercises, goals, and self-care. Interim HealthCare describes its culture as family-oriented and focused on valuing therapists and putting patients first. The company operates through more than 300 offices and is committed to diversity and inclusion as an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
- Active Occupational Therapist license in Florida.
- At least 2 years of occupational therapy experience; home healthcare experience is ideal.
- CPR certification.
- Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
- Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, resourcefulness, and compassion.
Nice To Haves
- Home healthcare occupational therapy experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to illness or injury.
- Work with a home health team that may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT, and SLP, focusing on the patient’s plan of care and personal goals.
- Assess patients, observe deficits, establish therapy goals, and document progress.
- Assist patients with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination.
- Recommend adaptive equipment, such as grab bars and shower chairs, to provide added support.
- Assess fall risks and introduce strategies to improve home safety.
- Educate patients and families about the plan of care, exercises, goals, and self-care.
Benefits
- 1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios.
- Flexible assignments and autonomy.
- Work-life balance and the ability to set a schedule.
- Online training, growth opportunities, and the ability to earn CEUs.
- Dental and vision plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
