Occupational Therapist - Fort Dodge, IA

FOX Rehabilitation • Fort Dodge, IA

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About The Position

FOX Rehabilitation is seeking licensed Occupational Therapists to provide one-on-one care to older adults in Fort Dodge, Iowa. This position is based at Bickford, a Senior Living Community partner, and may involve care in senior living settings and private residences. Clinicians use FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model to help patients improve mobility, independence, wellness, and quality of life. Telehealth and other virtual care may also be incorporated when appropriate.

The role offers autonomy to create and manage a treatment schedule, build lasting patient relationships, and work within a collaborative, interdisciplinary team. FOX describes its practice as clinician-operated and focused on meaningful relationships, evidence-based care, and its mission to abolish ageism. The posting lists full-time, part-time, and PRN/Fox Flex employment pathways; compensation and benefits vary by employment type and eligibility. New graduates may be eligible for FOX’s 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 lifting, performing CPR, assisting with transfers and bed mobility, repositioning patients, standing and walking for extended periods, climbing stairs, and performing therapeutic activities.
• Ability to drive to patient homes and senior living communities.
• 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 provide evidence-based treatment.
• Deliver therapy that supports patient wellness, longevity, mobility, and functional independence.
• Document care 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.
• Potential opportunities include supervising PTA/OTAs, mentoring new graduates, serving as a Clinical Instructor, and contributing written or social media content.

Benefits

• Medical insurance for eligible roles.
• Dental insurance for eligible roles.
• 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.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• 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 or mentor, supervising PTA/OTAs, providing patient care above the bi-weekly quota, and creating blog or social content.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time