Home Health Occupational Therapist
Newton, MA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Occupational Therapist - Home Health

Location: Newton, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Provide occupational therapy services to patients in their homes with cognitive and/or physical impairments due to injury, disease, disability, or other causes.
• Patient age range: birth to over 100 years.
• Collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and allied health professionals to assess needs and coordinate care.
• Manage technical, environmental, and financial resources related to patient care.
• Travel required within the geographic area.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year certified home care experience.
• Occupational Therapist licensure.
• At least 2 years of experience in acute care, rehab, or homecare as an Occupational Therapist.
• Registered with the Massachusetts Board of Registration.
• Proficient with various computer software; familiarity with handheld patient care devices preferred.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Excellent verbal, written, and electronic communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing situations.

Required Credentials & Health Requirements

• License/Certificate Verification: Primary source verification of professional license/certification required before submission.
• Resume: Include past 7 years of work experience with city and state details.
• References: Two recent references required, at least one supervisor or above in the relevant skillset.
• Skills Checklist: Must be completed and submitted.
• Candidate Submission Coversheet: Required for submission.

Onboarding Requirements (must be completed prior to start)

• Photo ID: Recent color photo (no selfies, plain background).
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Check: Required for all home care positions.
• Fit Test: N95 respirator fit test within 365 days, updated annually.
• Immunizations:

  • MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccination or proof of immunity.
  • Influenza vaccine during flu season (Sept 15 - April 30), no exemptions.
  • TB test (skin or blood test) within 3 months of start date, updated if >6 month break.
  • Health statement signed by a physician within 365 days, updated if >6 month break.
• Criminal Background Checks:

  • Criminal background check within 45 days prior to start, including international searches if applicable.
  • Massachusetts CORI check within 30 days prior to start.
  • National sex offender registry check within 30 days prior to start, updated annually.
  • Exclusion checks (OIG, GSA, MassHealth, NH Medicaid) within 30 days prior to start and annually.
• Respirator Medical Clearance Attestation: Required if fit test is needed.
• Education Verification: Verified through background check company.
• Massachusetts SSN Trace: Must be run with criminal check covering last 7 years.
• Confirmation of Assignment/POI Form: Required for all initial assignments and extensions.

Additional Information

• No religious exemptions for fit testing or influenza vaccine.
• Positive TB test requires negative chest x-ray documentation.
• Travel within the home health geographic area is required.

This position offers the opportunity to provide essential home-based occupational therapy services within a respected healthcare system in Massachusetts.