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

Occupational Therapist - Home Health

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

Job Description

• Specialty: Home Health Occupational Therapy
• Minimum 1 year recent OT experience required
• OASIS experience required
• EMR experience with Homecare Homebase (HCHB) required
• Average caseload: 5-7 patients per day
• Expected visits: 6 daily or minimum 30 points weekly
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week
• Patient population: Geriatric
• Territory: Up to 60-mile radius from office/hub
• Locals accepted at travel rate
• Dress code: Scrubs (any color), no jeans
• iPad provided for documentation; cell phone use not allowed
• Mileage reimbursed at IRS standard rate
• Timely communication and documentation required
• No on-call or weekend requirements

Required Qualifications

• Valid Occupational Therapist license in Washington
• Minimum 1 year of recent Occupational Therapist experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Compliance & Background Requirements

• Background checks within 90 days of start, including:

  • SSN Trace
  • County searches (last 7 years)
  • FACIS Level 1
  • Nationwide Sex Offender
  • Motor Vehicle Records (MVR)
  • Education verification
  • Work history verification (7 years)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 90 days of start
• HHS/OIG check within 90 days of start
• Fingerprinting as required by Washington state (on-site if candidate has not lived in WA for past 3 years)
• State-specific criminal history and employability status checks as applicable
• Education verification of highest degree related to profession
• Signed Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement (updated annually)
• NURSYS verification if applicable

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within last 12 months (not required annually)
• Fit mask test (N95 accepted)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (or TB questionnaire if applicable)
• Immunizations or titers for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Drug screening: 9-panel within last 12 months
• Seasonal flu vaccination or facility-specific declination form required during flu season
• COVID vaccination or facility-specific declination required

Additional Requirements

• Proof of current auto insurance required (due to driving responsibilities)
• Two professional references within 2 years of start
• Full 7 years of work history documented with no gaps
• Annual skills checklist and competency exams as applicable

Notes

• No prior travel experience explicitly required
• No on-call or weekend shifts required
• Mileage reimbursement provided
• Locals accepted at travel pay rate

This position is ideal for an Occupational Therapist with home health experience seeking a travel contract in Washington state with a geriatric patient focus.