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Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
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Hours: 40 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is hiring an Occupational Therapist for a Home Health assignment requiring at least 1 year of home health or clinical experience and an active OT license.
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Home health setting serving adult patients ages 18 and up
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Caseload averages 4-6 patients per day with most visits occurring in patients' homes
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Occasional clinic visits scheduled weekly for 1-2 patients
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Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours (8:00 AM-5:00 PM)
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No weekend requirement, though weekend availability can be arranged if desired
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No on-call responsibilities
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Coverage area includes Beltsville and Montgomery areas
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Charting completed using Kinnser/WellSky system, must be completed on-site rather than at home
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13-week contract length
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Active Occupational Therapist state license required in hand at time of consideration (license required if applicable)
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Minimum 1 year of experience in Home Health/Homecare, or 1 year of clinical experience overall
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Acute care background also considered favorable
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Current BLS certification required
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Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
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OASIS experience preferred but not required
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WellSky Home Health charting experience is a plus
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Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills required
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Complete occupational therapy evaluations, reassessments, and discharge visits
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Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient goals and functional needs
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Assess home environments and recommend adaptive equipment and safety modifications
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Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques, energy conservation, home safety, adaptive equipment, and activities of daily living
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Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed
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Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team
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First-time travelers are welcome to apply
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Business casual dress code with closed-toe shoes required
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Free residential parking available
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Flu vaccination required; COVID-19 vaccine declination permitted
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All required compliance documentation must be completed before starting patient care, which may take 2-3 weeks
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All time off requests must be submitted at the time of application, as additional requests cannot be accommodated after an offer is made
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Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius
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Mileage reimbursed at IRS standard rate from first patient to last patient of the day
