Occupational Therapist- Stamford/Norwalk
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starting at $90/hr
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Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Nightingale Visiting Nurses of Connecticut - Stamford, CT, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: Road Warrior, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Health Care, Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health Now Hiring: Stamford/Norwalk Paid per visit – rates starting at $90 per visit! About Nightingale Visiting Nurses: For over 30 years, Nightingale has been dedicated to one purpose – putting our patients first. We provide compassionate, around-the-clock in-home care that helps individuals maintain independence and dignity. Join our caring team and make a difference, one patient at a time! Why Work With Nightingale: Competitive per-visit pay Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle Mileage reimbursement 3 weeks of Paid Days Off (PDO) per year (for eligible employees) One-on-one patient care Referral bonuses up to $500 Regular evaluations with annual merit increases Full-time employees enjoy medical, dental, vision & life insurance + 401(k) match after one year Service Areas Needed: We are seeking a part-time OT to serve the Stamford/Norwalk area. Position Summary: The Occupational Therapist (OT) evaluates and treats patients to improve their ability to perform daily living and work activities. You’ll design and implement individualized therapy plans to help patients regain independence in their home environment while coordinating care with the broader rehabilitation team. Key Responsibilities:
- Provide effective patient care using approved therapy techniques and procedures
- Evaluate patients’ condition, function level, and treatment goals
- Develop individualized treatment plans and update as needed
- Supervise COTAs and HHAs per care plan requirements
- Document treatment notes and progress in the patient’s chart daily
- Assist patients and families with home exercise programs and adaptive equipment needs
- Recommend and evaluate adaptive equipment for the home setting
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations and company policies
- Coordinate total patient care with the healthcare team
- Complete discharge summaries and obtain orders when needed
- Submit patient documentation and visit records in a timely manner Qualifications: Qualifications:
- Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in the CT
- Minimum of 1 year of OT experience preferred
- Experience with OASIS and WellSky (Kinnser) strongly preferred
- Current physical (within the last 12 months)
- Current TB test (within last 12 months) and CPR certification
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to attend a 2–3 day orientation at our Stamford office. Apply Today! Join Nightingale Visiting Nurses and bring your skills and compassion into the homes of those who need it most. Apply now to start making a difference!
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat patients in their homes to improve their daily living and work activities. They are responsible for designing individualized treatment plans, documenting progress, and coordinating care with the broader rehabilitation team.
Requirements
Candidates must be a licensed Occupational Therapist in Connecticut with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. At least one year of experience is preferred, along with proficiency in OASIS and WellSky documentation systems.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
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Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
Home Care Providers Group holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 74/100, 36 active listings.
Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 57% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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