Occupational Therapist - PRN - Home Health - Memphis, TN

MERITAN INC•Memphis, TN

2d•$55 - $70•Remote

About The Position

Meritan, Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist for its Home Health team in Memphis, Tennessee. This PRN, per-visit position supports patients with injuries and chronic health conditions in regaining range of motion, managing pain, and improving quality of life. The role includes occupational therapy assessments, diagnostic tests, skilled treatments, and ongoing evaluation of clients receiving services under a medically approved Plan of Care. Visit rates vary by visit type, and consistent work is available. The position offers a remote work environment and uses an online clinical system accessible through a company-issued tablet or a smartphone. The clinician works with patients individually and collaborates with nurses, therapists, aides, social workers, and administrative staff. The Occupational Therapist instructs and supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants in designated phases of care, remains available by telephone while assistants provide treatment, and conducts required on-site supervision. The role also involves completing on-site functional assessments, reviewing and revising Plans of Care, and assessing the use of community resources. Meritan serves Memphis and Shelby County and provides in-home services to elderly and disabled people so they can live independently, as well as homes of refuge and healing for children with special needs.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association, or eligible for the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Current registration or license as required by the state or states of practice.
At least two years of experience in a health care facility or equivalent experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills.
Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance in accordance with state and agency requirements, evidence of a safe driving record, and reliable transportation.
Interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; organization and time-management skills; schedule flexibility; and occasional availability to work weekends and holidays.
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and various agency and State databases.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business and professional materials, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; write reports and correspondence; and present information effectively.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and calculate rates, ratios, and percentages, and to interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Responsibilities

Perform occupational therapy assessments, diagnostic tests, skilled treatments, and ongoing evaluations for clients receiving services under a medically approved Plan of Care.
Help patients with injuries and chronic health conditions regain range of motion, manage pain, and improve quality of life.
Instruct and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants in certain phases of occupational therapy services provided to clients.
Remain available by telephone to Occupational Therapy Assistants while they are treating clients.
Provide on-site supervision while an Occupational Therapy Assistant renders client care every four to six visits, and at least once per month; supervision does not constitute treatment.
Complete on-site functional assessments, review and revise Plans of Care, and assess utilization of community resources.
Use the agency’s online clinical system through a company-issued tablet or smartphone.
Maintain appropriate infection-control practices when providing home health services.

Benefits

Voluntary health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, subject to minimum hours worked.
Free, copay-free basic medical and behavioral health benefits through Teladoc for the employee and household members, available 24/7 within the first month of hire and provided by U.S.-based physicians who can write prescriptions.
403(b) retirement savings plan with agency match.
Annual longevity bonus.
Referral bonuses.
Four volunteer hours per year.
Three bereavement days per year.
Shift differential for night and weekend shifts.
Cellular phone stipend.
Company-sponsored group life insurance, subject to minimum hours worked.
Infant-at-Work Program and child care stipend.
Employee discounts on shopping, entertainment, travel, and wellness through the Vizient Member Perks Program.
Employee Emergency Assistance.
Educational Incentive Bonus for completion of certificates and degrees.
Travel reimbursement.