Occupational Therapist Home Health | Dixon, Missouri

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Job Description

A rewarding opportunity is available for a skilled Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide essential therapy services in a field-based setting. This role focuses on enhancing patients abilities to perform daily activities safely and independently within their homes. The position requires self-direction, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary care team.

Location: This role is based in Dixon, Missouri, a charming community offering a peaceful environment with access to local amenities and outdoor activities. Dixon combines small-town warmth with convenient access to larger cities, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations, including OASIS assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans targeting ADLs, IADLs, cognition, upper extremity function, and home safety.
• Deliver skilled interventions such as therapeutic activities, self-care training, adaptive equipment instruction, and environmental modifications.
• Recommend and assess the need for durable medical equipment (DME).
• Monitor patient progress, updating care plans and communicating with healthcare providers.
• Educate patients and caregivers on safety, fall prevention, and compensatory strategies.
• Maintain accurate documentation using the Home Care Home Base (HCHB) system.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, social workers, and aides to ensure holistic patient care.
• Participate in case conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, and professional development.
• Comply with agency policies and Medicare home health guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Active Occupational Therapist license in Missouri, in good standing.
• Minimum one year of recent home health OT experience; field experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Home Care Home Base (preferred) and OASIS assessment experience required.
• Strong clinical evaluation and functional training abilities.
• Reliable transportation, valid drivers license, and auto insurance.
• Ability to work independently with strong communication and time management skills.

Schedule & Contract Details:

• Full-time, 13-week contract.
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM.
• Caseload approximately 2532 points per week (57 patient visits daily).

Benefits & Perks:

• Weekly pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• 24/7 customer support.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Potential for contract extensions.

This contract opportunity blends professional autonomy with impactful patient care in a supportive environment. Candidates ready to embrace a field-based OT role focused on patient-centered outcomes are encouraged to apply.