Occupational Therapist - Flexible In-Home Outpatient Therapy

Overview

Therapy doesn’t just make a living; it makes a difference.

Therapy at Home-Gainesville 

Therapy at home is not your traditional home health, we provide outpatient therapy services in the clients home. No Oasis for you to complete, company pays for mileage reimbursement, and flexible scheduling. Come and join something greater!

We’re welcoming new Physical Therapists who are ready to join something greater than just a company – someone who is prepared to make giving back the core of everything they do. That commitment we hold extends to how we treat our team members, too – helping you enhance your skills, remain current on regulations and new technology, and advance your personal and professional growth.

• Benefits

  • Pay Rate: $52-75 per hour
  • Career Growth
  • Employee Discounts

Responsibilities

As an Occupational Therapist (OT), you hold a critical role in facilitating the rehabilitation and improvement of individuals' functional abilities to engage in everyday activities. Your expertise lies in assessing, planning, and implementing therapeutic interventions tailored to the unique needs of each patient. Here's an outline of the primary responsibilities of an Occupational Therapist:

Evaluation and Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess the functional status, strengths, and limitations of patients across various settings, including physical, cognitive, sensory, and emotional aspects. Through detailed assessments, Occupational Therapists identify areas of difficulty and establish personalized treatment goals.

Treatment Planning and Implementation: Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, therapeutic goals, and patient preferences. Utilizing evidence-based interventions and therapeutic techniques, Occupational Therapists guide patients through activities aimed at enhancing their independence, productivity, and overall quality of life.

Patient Education and Training: Educate patients, families, and caregivers about the therapeutic process, adaptive strategies, and techniques to facilitate functional improvements. Occupational Therapists provide hands-on training in activities of daily living, mobility skills, energy conservation, and the use of assistive devices to promote optimal performance and safety.

Collaboration and Interdisciplinary Teamwork: Collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals, such as Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, and physicians, to coordinate holistic care plans that address the multifaceted needs of patients. Effective communication and teamwork ensure seamless transitions and comprehensive support throughout the rehabilitation journey.

Progress Monitoring and Outcome Measurement: Continuously monitor patient progress, reassessing goals, and modifying treatment plans as needed to optimize outcomes. Occupational Therapists utilize standardized assessment tools, functional measures, and patient feedback to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and track improvements in functional abilities over time.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Masters/Doctorate Degree in an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current license/certification in the state of practice

Keywords: OT, NBCOT, Vocational Rehabilitation, Environmental Adaptations, Cognitive Rehabilitation, Sensory Integration, Instrumental Activities of Daily Living, ASDLs, Assessment, Evaluation.

TMC is an equal opportunity employer.