Occupational Therapist - Palmerton, PA

FOX Rehabilitation•PA - Lehigh Valley Regional Office, PA

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About The Position

FOX Rehabilitation is seeking licensed Occupational Therapists to provide one-on-one care to older adults in private residences and Senior Living Communities in Palmerton, Pennsylvania, and surrounding areas. Through its Geriatric House Calls™ model, clinicians help patients improve mobility, functional independence, wellness, and quality of life. Care may also include telehealth and other virtual services when appropriate. The role offers autonomy to create and manage a treatment schedule, build lasting patient relationships, and work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team. FOX lists full-time, part-time, and PRN/Fox Flex employment pathways; benefits depend on role 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 occasional lifting of 25–50 lbs, frequent lifting of 10–25 lbs, and constant lifting of up to 10 lbs.
Ability to perform CPR and provide moderate to maximum assistance with patient transfers and bed mobility.
Ability to reposition patients, stand and walk for extended periods, climb stairs, and perform therapeutic activities.
Ability to wear PPE when required.

Nice To Haves

New graduates are 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 in FOX’s EMR system in accordance with regulatory standards.
Collaborate with 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 as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible roles.
401(k) with company match.
Unlimited continuing education access.
Professional certification reimbursement.
Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways.
Access to advanced technology and tools, including virtual care resources.
Supportive, clinician-driven culture.
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 the bi-weekly quota, and creating written or social media content.