Occupational Therapist (OT) | Home Health | Casual

Perham Health•Perham, MN

1d•$35 - $48•Remote

About The Position

Perham Health is seeking a Casual/PRN Occupational Therapist (OT) for their Home Health program in Perham, MN. This role involves providing skilled occupational therapy services to patients in their homes to restore function, prevent disability, and promote rehabilitation. The OT will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions to support independence, safety, and quality of life. Collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team is essential for providing compassionate, patient-centered home health services.

Requirements

Graduate of an occupational therapy program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) or its successor organization.
Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Minnesota.
Current certification through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), when applicable according to licensure requirements.
Valid Minnesota driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of current automobile insurance.
Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and excellent customer service.
Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Pass a background study through the Minnesota Department of Human Services.

Nice To Haves

Current registration with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) preferred.
Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience preferred; home health experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients to determine functional limitations, rehabilitative needs, and appropriate occupational therapy interventions.
Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team and according to home health policies.
Provide skilled occupational therapy services in the home and community setting to improve functional performance, independence, and safety.
Monitor, evaluate, and document patient progress, modifying treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
Ensure physician or authorized practitioner orders are obtained prior to initiating home health therapy services.
Collaborate and communicate with the RN Case Manager, Therapy Lead, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
Accurately document evaluations, treatments, patient responses, and progress in the electronic medical record in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
Educate patients, families, caregivers, and other support persons on rehabilitation techniques, home exercise programs, adaptive equipment, safety strategies, and disease management.
Recommend, order, and maintain adaptive equipment and assistive devices as appropriate to support patient independence.
Provide in-service education and clinical support to department staff regarding rehabilitation services and patient care needs as requested.
Participate in department meetings, required education, and ongoing professional development to maintain current knowledge of occupational therapy practice and home health regulations.
Promote positive patient and family experiences through compassionate, respectful, and professional care.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all applicable regulatory standards, accreditation requirements, and organizational policies.
Support departmental goals, quality improvement initiatives, and community relations through excellence in patient care.
Perform other duties as assigned.