Home Health Occupational Therapist
$84,000–$94,000 year
On-siteJackson, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Assess functional abilities, design personalized treatment plans, and develop adaptive strategies to help patients regain independence in daily activities like dressing, bathing, and cooking. Guide patients and families through hands-on training and meaningful engagement to support safe, confident living in their homes, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide education and encouragement tailored to individual goals while working independently with minimal supervision. This role requires daily travel within the Jackson, MI service area and includes weekend on-call rotation.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (ACOTE accredited)
- Current state license as an Occupational Therapist
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist
- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and valid automobile insurance coverage
- Willingness to travel daily for home visits within service area
- Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning abilities
- Knowledge of medical terminology and home health regulations
- Excellent problem-solving and creative thinking skills
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Comfort working in varied home environments
- Interpersonal skills for professional interaction with patients, families, and teams
Desired Qualifications
- Home health experience
- Experience with adaptive equipment and home modifications
- Knowledge of Medicare home health documentation
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