Home Health Occupational Therapist in Vail, AZ

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Job Description

Deliver high-impact occupational therapy care directly to patients in a home setting as a dedicated Home Health Occupational Therapist. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team while supporting patients independence, safety, and daily functioning. This contract-based role allows you to truly make a difference, helping individuals reach their rehabilitation goals in a familiar environment.

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations, including OASIS assessments when needed.
• Design and implement personalized care plans focused on activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental ADLs, upper extremity function, cognition, and home safety.
• Provide evidence-based interventions, such as therapeutic exercises, energy conservation techniques, and adaptive equipment training.
• Recommend and assist with acquisition of appropriate durable medical equipment (DME).
• Monitor patient progress and update care plans, collaborating with physicians and the care team for optimal outcomes.
• Educate patients and caregivers on functional independence, safety precautions, and compensatory strategies.
• Document all patient care activities thoroughly and efficiently in the Home Care Home Base (HCHB) electronic system.
• Attend case conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, and engage in ongoing professional development to maintain best practices.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and uphold agency policies and Medicare home health standards.

Qualifications:

• Current Occupational Therapist license (in good standing) for the state of practice.
• At least 1 year of recent experience in home health occupational therapy (field experience preferred).
• Required experience with OASIS assessments; proficiency in HCHB is preferred.
• Exceptional assessment, time management, and communication skills.
• Reliable transportation, valid drivers license, and auto insurance.
• Ability to excel independently within a flexible, field-based schedule.

Benefits include weekly pay, medical/dental/vision insurance options, access to a 24/7 support line, retirement plan options, potential for contract renewals, and mileage reimbursement.

If you are a self-driven OT passionate about meaningful, patient-centered care, apply now to make a lasting impact in home health.