Occupational Therapist - PRN-Home Health

Job Summary

As a PRN (as-needed) Home Health Occupational Therapist, you’ll help patients build or regain the skills needed for daily life in their homes. You’ll assess each patient’s abilities, develop individualized care plans, and deliver evidence-based occupational therapy. This role calls for clear communication, sound clinical judgment, and collaboration with patients, families, and other care professionals.

Duties

• Complete occupational therapy assessments and develop treatment plans based on patient needs, goals, and home environments.
• Provide patient care, implement occupational therapy programs, and assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Coordinate case management and discharge planning; communicate with patients, families, and the clinical interprofessional team, including speech therapy providers.
• Maintain accurate medical and clinical documentation, including electronic health records (EHR), using appropriate medical terminology.
• Apply anatomy and physiology knowledge and evidence-based practice to support safe, effective care.

Your impact

By helping patients practice daily activities and plan for transitions in care, you support greater independence for patients and peace of mind for their families.

Qualifications

• Occupational therapy qualification and any required licensure for the role and location.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy, care plans, and patient-centered treatment plan development.
• Relevant experience may include home health, geriatrics, pediatrics, pediatric occupational therapy, physical rehabilitation, acute or inpatient care, intensive care unit (ICU), post-acute care, skilled nursing facilities, outpatient or clinic settings, occupational health, early intervention, or schools.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, or other neurodevelopmental disorders; students with disabilities or special education needs is valuable.
• Strong client communication and clinical documentation skills; familiarity with EHR management is preferred.

Pay: From $100.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• Mileage reimbursement

Experience:

• Home Health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapist (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• St. Louis, MO 63122 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person