Occupational Therapist: Pittsburgh/Carnegie

Job description

Concordia Visiting Nurses is a Medicare-certified, state licensed, Medicaid approved home health agency operating in nine Western Pennsylvania counties. For well over a decade, Concordia Visiting Nurses has provided high-quality skilled nursing, palliative care, and a variety of therapy services to our patients. Our goal is to deliver quality home health services, in good faith, to those who entrust themselves to our care and to minister to the unique needs of each individual with respect, dignity, and compassion. We strive to hire excellent people at Concordia - and keep them as well! Occupational Therapy Position: Are you prepared to use occupational therapy expertise to significantly impact seniors' lives? A talented, creative, and compassionate Occupational Therapist is needed to join a dynamic team at Concordia Visiting Nurses. This role offers the opportunity to build relationships with patients, empower them to regain independence, and help them live their best lives. Reasons to work here as a Occupational Therapist OT:: • Make a true difference: Witness firsthand the impact of your care on patients' health and well-being. • Build deep relationships: Form lasting connections with patients and their families as you guide them on their health journey. • Enjoy autonomy and flexibility: Manage your own schedule, prioritize tasks, and make independent decisions regarding patient care. • Continuous growth: Access to paid training, scholarships, and opportunities to specialize your skills. • Supportive environment: Work alongside a collaborative team that values your contributions and encourages professional development. Competitive compensation and benefits package for the Occupational Therapist OT include: • Competitive Pay • Flexible Scheduling: Set your own schedule with patients. • Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.403(b) with Employer Match: Secure your financial future with our generous retirement plan. • Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays: Enjoy time off to recharge and relax. • Mileage reimbursement available. What you’ll do as an Occupational Therapist OT: • Evaluate and assess individual patient needs, creating personalized treatment plans to inspire functional independence. • Utilize evidence-based methods and therapeutic tools to improve motor functions, cognitive abilities, and daily activities. • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (physical therapists, speech therapists, doctors, nursing staff) to provide comprehensive care. • Educate and empower patients and their families, providing them with the knowledge and techniques to continue improving at home. • Monitor patient progress, documenting outcomes and adjusting therapy plans for optimal recovery. Who you are as an Occupational Therapist OT: • Passionate about empowering individuals to achieve their maximum level of independence. • A compassionate and effective communicator, connecting easily with patients and colleagues. • A creative problem-solver, adapting treatment plans to meet diverse patient needs. • Confident in both independent work and collaboration within an interdisciplinary team. • Possesses a degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program and a current PA Occupational Therapist license or the ability to obtain one prior to starting. About Concordia Visiting Nurses: • Since 1881, Concordia Lutheran Ministries has been a place with a mission of caring. A place for healing. A place to feel comfortable. And a place where heartfelt Christian faith and a strong sense of service to others help us make a difference every day. OUR Mission: • To serve our aging community with a continuum of high-quality caregiving options, provided in a Christian environment, and to serve those with limited funds to the best of our ability. Respect. Dignity. Compassion. Our Mission, Your Future! EOE Benefits: Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Workplace Wellness 403(b) Retirement Plan Paid Life Insurance Policy Direct Deposit Tuition Reimbursement Program Vacation/PTO Paid Holidays Competitive Wages Referral Program Seniority/Appreciation Bonuses Funeral Leave Voluntary Benefits Employee Assistance Program EOE Benefits and Wages may vary based on location. Minimum hours worked per week/status may be required for certain benefit eligibility.