Occupational Therapist

Position Overview

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients in their homes and developing individualized therapy plans that help restore daily living skills, independence, safety, and functional mobility.

You will work closely with patients recovering from illness, injury, surgery, or chronic conditions to improve their ability to perform everyday activities.

Key Functions & Responsibilities

• Patient Evaluation & Assessment
• Conduct comprehensive in-home occupational therapy evaluations
• Assess patient ability to perform Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs), Assist patient with hygiene while educating and training caregivers and loved ones on assisting with bathing and self-care.
• Review physician orders, medical histories, and diagnoses
• Identify functional deficits and establish patient-centered goals
• Treatment Planning & Implementation
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's functional needs
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve strength, coordination, balance, and independence
• Train patients in adaptive techniques to improve daily living skills
• Recommend and train patients on the use of adaptive equipment or assistive devices
• Patient & Caregiver Education
• Educate patients and caregivers on safe mobility, home safety, and fall prevention
• Provide instruction on energy conservation techniques and body mechanics
• Develop personalized home exercise and functional training programs
• Progress Monitoring
• Monitor and document patient progress toward therapy goals
• Adjust treatment plans based on patient response and outcomes
• Communicate regularly with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team
• Collaboration
• Work closely with nurses, physical therapists, physicians, and case managers
• Participate in care coordination to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Provide recommendations for continued therapy or discharge planning
• Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
• Complete all required records for billing, compliance, and insurance
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and agency policies
• Service Areas
• We are currently seeking therapists to serve patients throughout Maricopa County, including:

• West Valley
• Paradise Valley
• North Scottsdale
• Central Phoenix
• Peoria
• Glendale

Qualifications

• Active Arizona Occupational Therapist (OT) License
• Home health experience preferred but not required
• Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage a field caseload
• Passion for helping patients regain independence and quality of life

Join the Inspired Team

At Inspired Home Health Care, we believe the best patient care starts with supporting our clinicians. If you're looking for a place where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in patients' lives, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help us deliver Inspired care to patients across Maricopa County.