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West Des Moines, Iowa

Home Health Occupational Therapist- Des Moines Area

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

Job Details: Job Location: West Des Moines Office - West Des Moines, IA, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Are you a passionate and skilled Occupational Therapist looking to make a meaningful impact in your community?

Join Iowa Home Care, where we believe care is best delivered where people feel most comfortable — at home. As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide in-home evaluations, treatments, and education to help patients improve their ability to safely and independently perform daily activities.

You will work closely with nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Full-Time and Part-Time Positions Available Benefits of Joining Iowa Home Care Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Short-term and Long-Term Disability plans Flex-Spending Paid Mileage or Company Sponsored Vehicle Employee Assistance Program Excellent 401K with Employer Match PTO and Paid Holidays Wellness Program Continuing Education opportunities Supportive clinical team environment with strong leadership and dedicated case management Autonomy, professional respect, and opportunities for growth within a trusted, locally owned agency The opportunity to make a real difference by helping Iowans remain safely in the place they love — their home Duties to Include: Conduct comprehensive in-home occupational therapy evaluations Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on improving activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) Provide therapeutic interventions to improve upper extremity strength, coordination, cognitive skills, and functional independence Train patients in adaptive techniques to enhance safety and independence with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation Recommend and educate on adaptive equipment and home modifications to improve safety and accessibility Educate patients and caregivers on home programs, energy conservation techniques, fall prevention strategies, and equipment use Collaborate with nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, social workers, and case managers to coordinate care Document all patient visits, progress notes, and care plans in compliance with agency and regulatory standards Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed Communicate changes in condition or concerns to the interdisciplinary care team Promote independence and ongoing improvement through compassionate, patient-centered care Our Values at Iowa Home Care Professional – We set high standards for quality and professionalism in everything we do.

Our clinicians are skilled, well-trained, and committed to delivering care with integrity, respect, and excellence. A-Players – We build teams of proactive, dependable, motivated individuals who bring their best every day.

Each team member plays a vital role in achieving the highest standard of care for our patients and families. Dedicated – Our commitment runs deep. We go above and beyond to ensure our patients feel safe, supported, and cared for. We value reliability and take pride in serving with consistency and compassion.

Loving – Compassion and kindness guide our work. We focus on meaningful connections and creating a supportive environment for every patient. We care for each person with empathy, understanding, and love.

Qualifications

Qualifications Licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Iowa. Minimum of two years of experience in occupational therapy; community/home health experience preferred. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation. Join a team that values your expertise and supports your professional growth while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive in-home occupational therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans to improve patient independence. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide therapeutic interventions and educate patients on adaptive techniques and safety.

Requirements

Must be a licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Iowa with at least two years of experience. Requires a valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Treatment planningPatient educationCare coordinationClinical documentationInterdisciplinary collaboration

Occupational Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 54% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Iowa is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution34 jobs · 31 employers

14
<$110k
10
$110k-130k
5
$130k-150k
5
$150k-170k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks33 jobs · 31 employers

401k / retirement match
88% this job
CME allowance
55% this job
Sign-on bonus
33%
Loan repayment
30%
Relocation assistance
15%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 2.8
Better work-life than 20% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,123 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in West Des Moines

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$317k
Typical market rent
$1,359/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.7
State income tax
Up to 6%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Iowa Home Care

Hospitals and Health Care
West Des Moines, IA
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible Scheduling
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flex-Spending