Jukeboxhealth
Contracted In-Home Occupational Therapist - Seating & Mobility Specialist
Springfield, MA. Posted 3 months ago
The role
This Occupational Therapist will conduct in-home wheelchair evaluations and seating/positioning assessments. You will provide recommendations for home modifications and mobility equipment to support clients.
What you will do
- Conduct in-home wheelchair evaluations and seating/positioning assessments
- Assess clients for appropriate DME, mobility equipment, and adaptive seating solutions
- Deliver personalized, evidence-based recommendations for home modifications and mobility equipment
- Educate clients and caregivers on fall prevention, safe transfers, and mobility techniques
- Engage clients and families in collaborative care planning
- Work closely with our team to share findings and support process improvement initiatives
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation through our electronic system
Required qualifications
- Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
- Active, unencumbered OT license
- 2+ years of clinical experience
- Specialized training or certification in seating and wheeled mobility (e.g. ATP, SMS, or equivalent hands-on experience)
- Demonstrated experience with wheelchair evaluations, seating/positioning assessments, and DME recommendations
- Strong interpersonal and clinical reasoning skills
- Reliable transportation and valid driver's license
- Proficiency with technology and digital documentation
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a remote team
Nice to have
- Experience in home health, aging in place, or disability services
Benefits
- Contractors are paid on a monthly basis
- Additional pay for extended travel if discussed and approved ahead of time
About the company
Jukebox Health is a fast growing healthcare services company that partners with health plans to make homes safer and more accessible for older adults and high-needs populations.