Home Health Occupational Therapist
Newton, MA
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Make a meaningful difference as a travel Occupational Therapist. Provide occupational therapy services to patients in their place of residence with cognitive and/or physical impairments resulting from injury, disease, disability, or other causes. Collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and allied health professionals to identify needs and coordinate services. Manage technical, environmental, and financial resources while documenting care using electronic systems. Travel is required within the geographic area.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Massachusetts Occupational Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• Minimum of 1 year certified home care occupational therapy experience; 2 years of experience in acute care, rehabilitation, or home care preferred.
• Ability to travel within the service area.
• Ability to work with various computer software; experience with handheld patient care devices preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills, including verbal, written, and electronic documentation.
• Current BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with diverse patient populations across the lifespan, including pediatric to geriatric patients.
• Previous experience with home health care scheduling and caseload management.

Assignment Details

• Shift Hours: 0800-1630.
• Shift Days: Days.
• Travel required within the agency's geographic area.

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Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your responsiveness and professionalism. Benefit offerings typically include comprehensive medical options, 401(k) matching, recruiter support, referral bonuses, housing assistance options, and travel and license reimbursement. Specific benefits and eligibility will be provided by your recruiter.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join a team that supports occupational therapists in delivering patient-centered home health care. This role supports care coordination, functional independence, and safe discharge planning. Documentation and communication with interdisciplinary teams are essential to improving outcomes across diverse home settings.

Location Highlights

Newton, MA offers convenient access to both urban and outdoor amenities. The city is approximately 10 miles west of downtown Boston and within a 20–40 minute commute to cultural attractions such as the Museum of Fine Arts and Faneuil Hall. Nearby outdoor options include the Charles River pathways and the Blue Hills Reservation less than 15 miles away for hiking and scenic views. Newton neighborhoods provide suburban living with local dining, parks, and commuter rail and MBTA access to Boston.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.