Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health - job 1 of 3

Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. We have a critical mission—to take care of our people. We provide a comprehensive array of services that meet the needs of patients and families across the healthcare continuum. We believe our people, partners, patients and their families deserve care delivered with Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service (CARES), Mission Healthcare’s core values. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient’s lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are excited to continue to grow our mission family!

Occupational Therapist - Home Health

This is a full time position, working Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm PST

Compensation Band: $50.00 to $60.00 per hour

The occupational therapist contracted through the Organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.

• Evaluates patients’ functional abilities (e.g., muscle strength, coordination, communication, self-care, work capacity) and assesses the home environment for safety and independence. Identifies equipment needs and contributes to the overall care plan.
• Develops individualized treatment programs with clear functional goals, and communicates the plan to the physician and care team.
• Provides therapy to help patients regain or develop daily living skills, including use of adaptive equipment, splints, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• Performs work capacity evaluations and may refer patients to vocational training if returning to work is a goal, per organizational policy.
• Instructs patients, families, and care team members on treatment plans, equipment use, and techniques to support functional improvement.
• Maintains accurate clinical records and reports changes in patient condition to the physician, submitting documentation in line with organizational policy.
• Collaborates with other care team members to ensure coordinated, effective care, and participates in meetings, in-services, and case conferences as required.
• Supports discharge planning and identifies the need for additional home health services, making referrals as appropriate.

• Graduate of an occupational therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Two years of clinical experience as an occupational therapist.
• Possess and maintains current BLS Hands On CPR Certification.  

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At Mission Healthcare, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and every employee feels respected, accepted, and empowered. We are committed to building a diverse team and creating an environment that promotes equity and belonging.

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We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

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