Occupational Therapist Home Health
Newton, MA
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,592/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Therapist (2 years)
- Occupational Therapist (2 years)
Description
Occupational Therapist - Home Health
Location: Newton, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
Provide occupational therapy services to patients in their place of residence who have cognitive and/or physical impairments resulting from injury, disease, disability, or other causes. Patient age range is from birth to over 100 years. Collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and other allied health professionals to identify patient needs and coordinate services. Manage technical, environmental, and financial resources.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Occupational Therapist license in Massachusetts
- Minimum 1 year of Occupational Therapist experience within the last year
- Experience in Acute Care, Rehabilitation, and Home Care settings
Required Credentials & Compliance
- Recent professional photo (color, plain background, no filters or eyeglasses).
- Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check within 45 days of start.
- Primary source verification of professional license/certification.
- N95 respirator fit test within 1 year of start date, updated annually.
- Documentation of MMR vaccination or immunity.
- Influenza vaccine required during flu season (no exemptions).
- TB screening within 3 months of start date (skin test or blood test), updated if break >6 months.
- Health statement signed by a licensed provider within 1 year of start date.
- Criminal background checks including state and national registries.
- Education verification.
- References: 2 within 4 years, including at least 1 supervisor.
- Skills checklist completed within 1 year.
- Respirator Medical Clearance attestation.
- Confirmation of assignment form upon acceptance.
- Exclusion checks against federal and state lists.
Additional Information
- Must submit a resume including 7 years of work experience with city and state.
- Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
- No religious or medical exemptions allowed for vaccine requirements.
- Must comply with all credentialing and onboarding requirements prior to start.
This position offers the opportunity to provide essential home health occupational therapy services in a travel capacity within Massachusetts.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Newton, MA
As a Travel Occupational Therapist in Newton, MA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Newton, MA is higher than the national average.
- Housing, transportation, and healthcare costs are particularly high.
- However, wages in Newton generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- In the summer, the average high temperature is around 80°F, while in the winter, the average low temperature is around 20°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Newton, MA, but they may be more limited and slightly more expensive compared to other areas.
- Newton is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options include bus services and access to the MBTA commuter rail.
- Newton, MA is a diverse community with a mix of age groups.
- Common health issues may include allergies, asthma, and cardiovascular conditions.
- There is a notable population of healthcare professionals, including travel nurses.
- Newton offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf courses and tennis courts.
- Outdoor activities include hiking in nearby parks and enjoying the Charles River.
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