Occupational therapist Jobs in Portland, OR

Job Title : Occupational Therapist – Home Health (Contract)

Location - Tacoma, WA

Shift : 8-hour shifts

Guaranteed Hours : 40 hours / week

Contract Length : Contract assignment

Job Summary

We are seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide coordinated, high-quality patient care in a home health setting. This role focuses on helping patients of all ages develop, regain, or maintain independence and improve their ability to perform daily activities.

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate functional performance, design and implement individualized plans of care, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive clinical assessments and determine patient needs and appropriateness for occupational therapy services

Develop, document, revise, and complete individualized Plans of Care (POC), progress notes, and related clinical documentation

Provide direct therapeutic interventions to improve :

Range of motion, strength, and coordination

Functional mobility and safety

Activities of daily living (ADLs)

Recommend, fabricate, and maintain adaptive equipment and hand splints as needed

Assess occupational performance related to self-care, work, leisure, and rest

Evaluate sensory-motor, neuromuscular, psychosocial, and cognitive-perceptual functioning

Assess physical, social, and cultural components of the patient’s environment

Apply infection control standards and universal precautions at all times

Communicate effectively with physicians, caregivers, and the care team regarding patient status and progress

Maintain accurate and timely clinical records and documentation

Support compliance with third-party payer and billing requirements

Perform basic troubleshooting, cleaning, and setup of occupational therapy equipment

Complete other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Current state license as an Occupational Therapist

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy)

Current CPR certification

Valid driver’s license

Reliable transportation and current insurance

Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an Occupational Therapist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting

Skills & Abilities

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent time management and organizational abilities

Ability to work independently in a home care environment

Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally

Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and continuing education

Ability to perform physical demands of the role, including lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, prolonged standing, and walking

Ability to work under time-sensitive and sometimes stressful conditions

Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity

Work Environment

Home health setting

Additional Information

Healthcare contract position

Skills-based hiring approach

Home care documentation system experience preferred

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