Contracted In-Home Occupational Therapist

Jukebox Health • Buffalo, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Jukebox Health is seeking a contracted Occupational Therapist to help older adults and individuals with disabilities live safely and independently at home. The company partners with health plans and combines technology with networks of clinicians, suppliers, and installers to deliver personalized home modifications and environmental supports nationwide. The role involves in-home assessments and functional evaluations, recommendations for home modifications, client and caregiver education, collaborative care planning, and documentation in an electronic system. The therapist will work with the Director of Clinical Operations to share findings and support process improvements. The position requires at least 10 hours of weekly availability. Compensation is $120 per completed evaluation, including travel to and from the client’s home, the evaluation, and documentation; extended travel may be paid additionally when approved in advance. Contractors are paid monthly, within two weeks of the prior month’s end. The anticipated start date is immediate, with credentialing expected to take time.

Requirements

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active, unencumbered occupational therapy license.
• At least 2 years of clinical experience.
• Strong interpersonal and clinical reasoning skills.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency with technology and digital documentation.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a remote team.
• Minimum of 10 hours of weekly availability.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in home health, aging in place, or disability services.
• Experience with home modification work.
• Comfort working with new systems and tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-home assessments and functional evaluations.
• Deliver personalized, evidence-based recommendations for home modifications.
• Educate clients and caregivers on fall prevention and safe mobility techniques.
• Engage clients and families in collaborative care planning.
• Work with the Director of Clinical Operations to share findings and support process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation through the electronic system.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level