Physical / Occupational Therapist Consultant

Occupational TherapistContract

Listed compensation

$35k-$52k

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Job Description

Independent Consultant Opportunity for Occupational or Physical Therapist

Looking to put your clinical skills to work in a position that values your expertise and gives you the chance to make a difference, one assessment at a time? The Periscope Group is a nationwide network of physical and occupational therapists who perform one-time, in-home medical necessity assessments.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform one-time comprehensive medical need assessments in an individual’s home.
  • Provide expert recommendations for equipment, service, and care that empower members to maintain independence
  • Complete straightforward documentation through our secure, user-friendly online potable accessible from any device

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Current licensure as a Physical or Occupational Therapist (Sorry, No PTAs or COTAs).
  • Malpractice/Liability Insurance (may be purchased at the time of job offer).
  • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds, navigate stairs and varied home environments, and perform physical assessments as needed
  • Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to and from member homes
  • Proficient with technology: able to navigate online portals, upload documents, and use your preferred device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) for all work tasks
  • Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Preferred Experience (Not Required)
  • Home safety assessment background
  • Knowledge (Familiarity) of durable medical equipment
  • Experience with home modifications
  • Work history with diverse medical conditions

Why Choose Us?

  • Set your own schedule as an independent contractor, within assessment timeframes
  • Compensation ranges from $135 to $200 per assessment, with rates varying based on your location and the specific type of assessment performed.
  • Access continuing education benefits and professional growth through our training and mentoring program
  • Become part of a nationwide network of expert consultants
  • Simple, fast onboarding and a streamlined documentation process

About Periscope

Founded in 1997, The Periscope Group is a privately held consulting company providing accurate, timely, and objective reports that help medical management teams serve their most vulnerable populations. Our services now reach all demographics and lines of business across 46 states. Learn more at periscope365.com.

  • If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive setting, we’d love to connect with you!
  • Routine Assessment Rate
  • $135—$200 USD

Key Responsibilities

Perform one-time comprehensive medical necessity assessments in individual homes to provide expert recommendations for equipment and care. Complete straightforward documentation through a secure online portal after each assessment.

Requirements

Requires current licensure as a Physical or Occupational Therapist and the ability to travel to member homes. Candidates must be proficient with technology and capable of performing physical assessments in varied home environments.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Physical therapyOccupational therapy

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$44k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $47k in an average-cost state. 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 44 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 41% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top contract/1099 Occupational Therapist Jobs

18 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution18 jobs · 15 employers

9
<$105k
3
$105k-120k
2
$120k-135k
3
$135k-150k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks18 jobs · 15 employers

401k / retirement match
94%
Sign-on bonus
61%
CME allowance
56% this job
Loan repayment
28%
PSLF eligible
17%

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Work-life snapshot

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

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,471 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Dayton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$149k
Typical market rent
$1,251/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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Hospitals and Health Care
San Francisco , CA
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Set your own schedule
Continuing education benefits
Training and mentoring program
Nationwide network of expert consultants
Simple, fast onboarding