Home Health Occupational Therapist - Hospice
Lacey, Washington
Compassus Providence Lacey Home Health

Job Opportunity: Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location: Lacey, Washington
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Start Date: ASAP (Compliance process takes about 2 weeks)
• Shift: 8-hour day shifts
• Patient Ratio: 1:1 (May visit up to 6 patients per day)
• Productivity Standard: 27-30 productivity points based on territory
• Case Load: Adult patients, 4-5 patients per day
• Weekend Requirement: Possible, to be discussed during interview
• On-Call: No call required
• Locals Accepted: Yes
• Attire: Any color scrubs
• Charting System: HomeCare HomeBase (required)
• Parking: Free
• Mileage Reimbursement: IRS standard

Experience & Certification Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of recent skilled hospice experience within the last 3 years (inpatient experience not accepted)
• Must hold a valid Washington state OT license and NBCOT certification
• BCLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• OASIS documentation required

Additional Notes

• Own transportation is required
• Client grouping minimizes drive and windshield time; territory radius may be up to 100 miles
• Timely communication and documentation are mandatory
• Documentation tools will be provided and must be returned

Compliance & Background Requirements

• Background checks must be current within 90 days of start and include:

  • SSN Trace
  • County searches for last 7 years
  • FACIS Level 1
  • Nationwide sex offender check
  • Motor Vehicle Records (MVR)
  • Education verification
  • Work history verification (7 years)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 90 days of start
• Fingerprinting required for candidates who have not lived in Washington for the past 3 years (completed on-site)
• State-specific criminal history and employability status checks as applicable

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (AHA, ARC, Military accepted)
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement (updated annually)
• State license primary source verification within 90 days of start and upon expiration
• Medication test/pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Competency exam as applicable to profession/specialty

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within the last 12 months (not required annually)
• Fit test for N95 mask (no specific model required)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (chest X-ray within 5 years if positive PPD)
• Annual TB questionnaire required
• Immunizations or titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• 9-panel drug screen within last 12 months (instant acceptable)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or facility-specific declination form required during flu season
• COVID-19 vaccination or medical/religious exemption required, including booster or declination form

Documentation & Other Requirements

• Proof of current auto insurance required due to driving responsibilities
• Completion of facility-specific Acceptable Use Policy prior to start
• References:

  • 2 professional references for travel, allied, per diem acute care
  • 1 professional reference for per diem non-acute care
  • References must be within 2 years of start date

This position offers a structured home health environment with a focus on hospice care, requiring strong documentation skills, compliance with state and facility regulations, and the ability to manage a moderate patient load within a defined territory.