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Vestavia Hills, Alabama, United States

Occupational Therapist OT PRN

Occupational TherapistPer Diem

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Job Description

Company

Compassus

Position Summary

The Home Health Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing quality rehabilitative occupational therapy to clients. S/he initiates planned, purposeful activity designed to enhance the physical and psychosocial functioning of the client.

Position Specific Responsibilities

Participates in the development of occupational therapy plans of care for patients.

Makes visits to the patients for assessment and evaluations and communicates with physician before start of care and as needed. Completes OASIS assessments as appropriate.

  • Implements the plans of care.
  • Provides education and instruction to team members, patients, and families.
  • Supervises paraprofessionals as needed.
  • Plans for discharge as appropriate.
  • May participate in agency quality improvement programs.

Ensures the growth and profitability of the company through the responsible use of company resources and educating the community to our services.

Participates in regularly scheduled interdisciplinary team meeting to coordinate the care of the patient & family, exchange information & problem solve & receive staff support and education.

Applies the policies & procedures of the agency and the rules and regulations of State and Federal regulatory agencies and other certified agencies in providing care.

Meets or exceeds established productivity standards.

Confers as needed with attending physician or other agency personnel regarding patient’s condition and records information timely in patient’s EMR.

Provide skilled restorative treatment to enhance physical function of joints/muscles, pain management, sensory integration, teaching compensatory techniques for ADL’s; designing, fabricating, fitting of orthotic & self-help devices, vocational & pre-vocational assessment & training, work simplification & energy conservation, home evaluation for safety, joint protection, gross/fine apprehension patterns/free writing, upper extremity strength, muscle reeducation transfer training/standing/tolerance & balance.

  • Ensures that all care is provided with respect for patient rights.
  • Reports all allegations of patient abuse and/or misappropriation of patient property.
  • Reports all accidents and incidents observed.
  • Observes safety needs of the patients.
  • Educates staff in psychosocial aspects, as needed.
  • Collaborates with service provider furnishing contract services to the patient as needed.
  • Participates in developing and updating policies and procedures as requested.
  • Thinks and acts calmly and logically to meet unusual occurrences of the job.
  • Maintains proper documentation for billing.
  • Communicates effectively with patients, families, and other health care providers.
  • Supervises the care given by Occupational Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Education And/or Experience

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy required.

At least one (1) year of experience as an Occupational Therapist in an acute care, home health, or rehabilitation setting highly preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

Active and unencumbered Occupational Therapist license in state(s) of employment required.

At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus

At Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others.

Your Career Journey Matters

We’re dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you’re pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.

The Compassus Advantage

  • Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
  • Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
  • Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
  • Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
  • Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
  • A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.

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At Compassus, your career is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist provides quality rehabilitative care by developing and implementing plans of care for home health patients. They also coordinate with interdisciplinary teams, supervise paraprofessionals, and maintain accurate documentation in the EMR.

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy and an active, unencumbered Occupational Therapist license are required. At least one year of experience in acute care, home health, or rehabilitation is highly preferred.

Key Skills

Patient assessmentCare planningADL trainingOrthotic fabricationBalance trainingHome safety evaluationEMR documentationInterdisciplinary collaborationSupervisionPatient educationOASIS assessment

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 54% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Alabama?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedOccupational Therapy median $101k (middle half $93k–$101k)10 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingAlabama index 88.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Alabama61 active9,227 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 54% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Occupational Therapy pay trend+1.5% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Occupational Therapist Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

34 jobs · 32 employers
17
<$115k
3
$115k-135k
7
$135k-155k
7
$155k-175k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

32 jobs
401k / retirement match
84%
CME allowance
47%
Sign-on bonus
41%
Loan repayment
22%
Relocation assistance
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Virtual Occupational TherapistContract

Lets Therapy · Media, Pennsylvania

$82.50 per hour
#2

Head Occupational Therapist (Inpatient Rehabilitation & Acute Care) | NYP-CUIMC | Full-Time | Mon - Fri | Day Shift

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital · New York, New York

$70.76-$81.01/hr
#3

Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

$130k-$160k
#4

Occupational Therapist - Occupational Therapy

$48.79-$75.74/hr
+ 38 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,301 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Compassus

Hospitals and Health Care
Brentwood, TN
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible time off
Tuition reimbursement
Wellness programs
Competitive pay

Living in Vestavia Hills

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$460k
Typical market rent
$1,953/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

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