Occupational Therapist (OT) – Mobile Outpatient

Genesis Administrative Services•Concord, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Powerback is hiring an Occupational Therapist to provide mobile outpatient rehabilitation services to older adults in Concord, New Hampshire, including Franklin, Tilton, and Northfield. Services are primarily delivered in patients’ homes, which may include private residences or rooms in independent living facilities. The role organizes and conducts occupational therapy programs to support rehabilitation, restore and enhance functional performance, and promote adaptation and productivity. The position offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings. The Occupational Therapist evaluates patients, develops and implements individualized plans of care, and documents services and progress. Treatment may address cognitive and physical skills, mobility, activities of daily living, balance, sensory and perceptual abilities, medication management, falls risk, health and wellness, and community integration. The therapist also collaborates with patients, caregivers, physicians, and the rehabilitation team, and may supervise assistants, students, and support personnel as applicable. The posted salary range is USD $77,000 to $108,000 per year. Powerback describes the opportunity as salaried and full-time, and offers benefits and professional development programs to eligible team members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an occupational therapy curriculum accredited by ACOTE standards.
Initial registration from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
Valid, unencumbered occupational therapy license as required in the state of practice.
Valid driver’s license or reliable, independent transportation to and from patients’ residences.

Responsibilities

Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel as necessary and in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.
Adhere to department and patient treatment schedules, clinical and billing documentation requirements, and work-related meetings.
Attend and contribute to patient care, staffing, and other related meetings.
Refer patients to other disciplines or agencies to address comprehensive needs.
Consult with rehabilitation team members, including community physicians, to select therapeutic regimens appropriate to each patient’s needs and capabilities.
Adapt programs and plans of care to individual patient needs.
Promote a safe environment and eliminate fire and safety hazards.
Order supplies and equipment as necessary; clean and maintain equipment and identify and report repair needs.
Provide patient- and family-centered service that recognizes individual needs and rights.
Screen, examine, and evaluate patients; establish diagnoses, identify impairments and precautions, determine predicted improvement and timelines, and design plans of care.
Develop treatment goals and methods with patients and caregivers, implement treatment plans, and complete related documentation and record keeping.
Provide occupational therapy interventions addressing cognitive skills, strength, coordination, endurance, mobility, perception, sensory awareness, sitting and standing tolerance, balance, activities of daily living, joint protection, work simplification, orientation, physical agent modalities, low vision, falls risk, medication management, health and wellness, community integration, and case management in home and community settings.
Design, fabricate, fit, or apply adaptive devices and train patients in their use, including orthotics and prosthetics.
Select activities suited to each patient’s physical and mental capacity, intelligence level, and interests.
Instruct patients in skills and techniques for functional activities and evaluate their progress, attitudes, behavior, and rehabilitative potential.
Perform routine reexaminations as needed to modify or progress treatment plans.
Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
Dental and vision plans for part-time team members.
Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program for new graduates.
Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
Visa or Green Card sponsorship support.
Journey Travel Program offering work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
Discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and more.
PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
Clinicians in Action professional development program.