Occupational Therapist (OT)

Provide occupational therapy

Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to an illness or injury.

Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT and SLP, focused on the patient's plan of care and personal goals.

Assess patient, observe deficits, establish therapy goals and document progress.

Assist patient with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination.

Suggest adaptive equipment such as grab bars and shower chairs to offer added support.

Assess fall risks and introduce strategies to improve home safety.

Educate patient and family on plan of care, exercises, goals and self-care.

Mandatory qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in Maine.
• Minimum of 1 year of occupational therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare.
• CPR certification.
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
• Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionate.

Benefits

• 1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes.
• Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance.
• Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs.
• Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University.

About the role

Interim HealthCare® is the nation’s first home care company and leading employer of Home Health OTs. We understand the importance of personalized therapy to patients in need of creative strategies to make daily activities easier. As a Home Health OT, you’ll help people get back to the things they love in the place where life is lived.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Program and active OT license in Maine.

Minimum of 1 year of occupational therapy experience, ideally in home healthcare.

CPR certification.

Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.

Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionate.

Skills

• Strong clinical judgment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Resourcefulness and compassion.

Benefits

• 1:1 therapist-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes.
• Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance.
• Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs.
• Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible scheduling to fit your needs.