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FOX Rehabilitation
Des Moines, Iowa

Occupational Therapist – Waterloo, IA

Occupational Therapist Top 25% in Geriatrics (Occupational Therapy)Full-Time

Compensation

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Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Occupational Therapist – Waterloo, IA

FOX Rehabilitation is growing in Waterloo, IA and we’re looking for passionate, licensed Occupational Therapists who want to deliver exceptional one-on-one care to older adults right where they live. Whether treating in private residences or within Senior Living Communities, you’ll help patients improve mobility, independence, and quality of life through our signature Geriatric House Calls™ model.

This opportunity is ideal for Occupational Therapists who value autonomy, flexibility, and truly meaningful patient outcomes, while enjoying the freedom to create and manage your own treatment schedule and build strong, lasting patient relationships.

FOX clinicians may also incorporate telehealth and other forms of virtual care into their schedules, allowing for greater flexibility, improved continuity of care, and the ability to support more patients.

If you're searching for a high-impact OT role that allows you to positively impact the lives of the communities we serve, FOX is the right fit for you!

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one Occupational therapy to older adults wherever they call home (Private residences, Senior Living Communities, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care)

  • Perform evaluations, develop individualized plans of care, and deliver evidence-based treatment
  • Deliver therapy sessions that support patient wellness, longevity, mobility, and functional independence
  • Document effectively within FOX’s EMR system in accordance with regulatory standards
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of PTs, OTs, SLPs, and Fitness Specialists
  • Educate patients, caregivers, and senior living staff to promote safety, function, and aging in place
  • Provide telehealth / virtual care when appropriate to extend access and flexibility

Why Join FOX Rehabilitation?

FOX Rehabilitation is a clinician-operated practice rooted in meaningful relationships, evidence-based care, and a mission to abolish ageism. You’ll be supported by leaders who understand clinical work, because they’ve lived it.

Why clinicians love working with FOX

  • A one-on-one care model that allows you to truly connect with each patient
  • Opportunities to practice in both in-home and senior living community settings
  • Optional telehealth / virtual care components that expand flexibility and access
  • The ability to create, control, and adjust your own treatment schedule
  • A collaborative, interdisciplinary environment (PT, OT, SLP, Fitness Specialists)
  • Work within a community-based practice that supports independence, wellness, and longevity
  • A culture that invests in your growth and values clinician-driven decision-making
  • Employment Types Available
  • FOX offers multiple pathways to match your lifestyle and career goals:
  • Full-time Occupational Therapist – In-Home & Senior Living Care (salaried with benefits)

Part-time Occupational Therapist – In-Home & Senior Living Care (salaried with benefits eligibility based on minimum hours requirement)

  • PRN / FOX Flex Occupational Therapist – Home & Community Visits (pay per unit compensation)
  • New Graduates eligible for FOX’s nationally recognized Emerging Professionals Mentor Program

Compensation & Benefits

FOX offers competitive compensation based on experience and employment type. Benefits for eligible roles include:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Unlimited continuing education access
  • Professional certification reimbursement
  • Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways
  • Access to advanced technology and tools (including virtual care resources)
  • Supportive, clinician driven culture
  • In addition to base compensation, clinicians have access to multiple earning opportunities, including:
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Wellness referral incentives
  • Opportunities to mentor students and emerging professionals
  • Additional pay for working above bi-weekly quota

Qualifications

  • Valid Occupational Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain
  • Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program
  • Basic computer and EMR proficiency
  • Current CPR certification
  • Physical Requirements
  • FOX clinicians must be able to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including:

Exerting medium physical effort, including lifting 25–50 lbs occasionally, 10–25 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly

  • Performing CPR
  • Providing moderate to maximum assistance with patient transfers and bed mobility

Repositioning patients, standing/walking for extended periods, climbing stairs, and performing therapeutic activities

  • Driving to patient homes and senior living communities as part of the Geriatric House Calls™ model
  • Wearing PPE when required
  • Apply Today

Join FOX Rehabilitation as a Occupational Therapist providing in-home, senior living, and virtual care to older adults across Waterloo, IA and surrounding communities. You’ll help people improve mobility, stay independent, and live stronger, longer lives.

Contact FOX Now!

Larissa Wiaziwsky,

Clinical Talent Acquisition Specialist

larissa.wiaziwsky@foxrehab.org

856-638-8300

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FOX Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Geriatric CarePatient EvaluationCare PlanningPatient EducationInterdisciplinary CollaborationFunctional Independence Training

Geriatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context

Of the 40 active Occupational Therapist listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 83% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

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).

4.8/10 work-life score · Top 25% in Geriatrics (Occupational Therapy) — ranked against 59 active roles in this specialty

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

24 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution23 jobs · 18 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks23 jobs · 18 employers

401k / retirement match
87% this job
CME allowance
65% this job
Sign-on bonus
35%
Loan repayment
13%
Relocation assistance
13%

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Work-life snapshot

4.8/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 25% in Geriatrics (Occupational Therapy)

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About FOX Rehabilitation

Hospitals and Health Care
Cherry Hill, NJ
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Unlimited continuing education access
Professional certification reimbursement
Clinical and nonclinical career advancement pathways
Access to advanced technology and tools
Employee referral bonuses
Wellness referral incentives