Home Health Occupational Therapist
Albuquerque, NM
Access Healthcare
4x8 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Home Health Occupational Therapist

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Join as a Home Health Occupational Therapist providing in-home care to patients recovering from illness, injury, or hospitalization. Empower patients to regain independence and improve daily function through personalized therapy interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-home assessments to identify functional impairments and therapy needs
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care focusing on safety, self-care, and mobility
• Provide hands-on therapy interventions targeting activities of daily living (ADLs), home safety, and patient-specific goals
• Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive equipment and techniques
• Collaborate with physical therapists, nurses, aides, and physicians for coordinated care
• Document patient progress and adjust care plans as needed
• Support safe patient transitions and promote long-term functional wellness

Required Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) in New Mexico
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience (home health experience preferred)
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and time management skills
• Ability to work independently in patients’ homes
• Experience with EMR systems and mobile charting tools
• Passion for enabling patient independence and dignity through skilled therapy

Additional Information

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required
• Opportunity for mentorship, leadership support, and career development
• Work within a therapist-owned and operated organization valuing clinical autonomy and a mission-driven culture