MedlinkHealth Anesthesia
Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health
Fort Dodge, Iowa•Full-time
$37.82 - $56.74 hourly
$37.82 - $56.74 hourly
About the Job
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (40 Hours/Week)
Weekend & Call Requirements: Weekend rotation as assigned
Position Overview
A regional home health agency in the Fort Dodge, IA area is seeking a full-time, permanent Occupational Therapist (OT) to deliver personalized home-based therapy services. Working directly in patients' home environments, the OT conducts comprehensive clinical assessments, establishes physician-directed treatment plans, and implements functional therapy to improve daily independence and quality of life.
Core Responsibilities
- Home Visits & Assessment: Conduct home visits to perform ongoing interdisciplinary evaluations and formal functional assessments for home health patients.
- Plan of Care & Treatment: Formulate and execute personalized occupational therapy programs and functional activities in accordance with written physician orders.
- Environmental Modifications: Evaluate home environments and administer adaptive modifications to promote mobility and home safety.
- Assistive Technology & Modalities: Oversee the proper selection, fitting, and use of therapeutic appliances, prosthetic devices, and treatment modalities.
- Care Coordination & Documentation: Collaborate closely with attending physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary care teams to track patient progress and update treatment plans.
Candidate Submission & Qualification Requirements
Education & Certifications:
- Education: Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy educational program [REQUIRED].
- National Certification: NBCOT entry-level certification exam completion or eligibility [HIGHLY PREFERRED].
- Life Support: Active AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification [REQUIRED].
- Mandatory Training: Mandatory Reporter Certification for Child & Dependent Adult Abuse [REQUIRED].
Licensure & Logistics:
- State Licensure: Active, unencumbered Iowa Occupational Therapy License (or active Compact License privileges) [REQUIRED].
- Driving Requirements: Valid driver’s license with active automobile insurance meeting state and organizational standards [REQUIRED].
Clinical Experience:
- Experience Level: Minimum of one (1) year of post-licensure clinical experience caring for a similar adult/geriatric home health or rehab population [REQUIRED].