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Occupational Therapist (OT) | Full Time

Ringling Group, Colorado Springs, CO, United States


HOME HEALTH OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (OT)
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado

Status: Full Time

Salary: $93,000 - $98,000 a year

Embark on a new career path where therapy is customized to a patient’s life and outcomes are optimized. As a Home Health OT, you’ll help patients regain their independence and learn to perform everyday activities in the comfort and familiarity of home.

Benefits

Rate: $93,000 - $98,000 a year

Competitive, weekly pay with travel time and mileage reimbursement

Holiday and PTO pay for full‑time employees

Supportive, caring management that will have your back

Medical for full-time, dental, vision and supplemental benefits available for everyone

1:1 patient ratio; where you make a difference in our patients’ care with flexible assignments to fit your needs

Continuing education benefits and discounted courses through Colorado Christian University and Rasmussen University

Responsibilities

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

Provide supervision and guidance to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants

Qualifications

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

Minimum of one (1) year of occupational therapy experience in home healthcare

CPR certification (demonstration course required)

Pass a background check and drug test (including THC)

Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations

Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionate

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Application Deadline: Accepting ongoing applications.

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