Occupational Therapist, OT - Home Health - PRN

About the role

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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health

Full-Time | Field-Based | Patient-Centered Care

What You'll Do

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you will play a critical role in helping patients regain independence, improve daily function, and safely navigate life at home. You'll partner closely with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver personalized, high-impact care.

Patient Care & Clinical Impact

• Evaluate patients' functional status, including mobility, strength, coordination, communication, and ability to perform daily activities
• Assess home environments to identify safety risks and recommend modifications or adaptive equipment
• Develop individualized treatment plans with clear, measurable goals focused on improving independence and quality of life
• Provide therapeutic interventions to restore function, including retraining in daily living activities
• Fabricate splints and train patients in the use of adaptive, prosthetic, and orthotic devices as appropriate
• Support patients returning to work through functional and work capacity evaluations
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on treatment plans, safety, and ongoing care needs
• Collaborate with the care team to coordinate services and ensure seamless, patient-centered care
• Participate in discharge planning to support successful transitions and continued progress

Care Coordination & Communication

• Document patient care accurately and timely within the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Communicate plans of care with physicians and interdisciplinary team members
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and ongoing clinical collaboration
• Maintain strong, professional relationships with patients, families, and care team members

Leadership & Oversight

• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in accordance with state regulations and company policy
• When therapy is the sole skilled service, provide oversight of home health aide care as required

What Sets You Apart

• Strong clinical judgment with a patient-first mindset
• Ability to build trust and rapport with patients and families in a home setting
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
• A proactive, compassionate approach aligned with our core values: trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience preferred (home health experience a plus)
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

Benefits

• Health & Wellness
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Pharmacy benefits

• Virtual care and mental health support
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Supplemental health and life insurance
• Financial & Protection
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee referral program
• Prepaid legal services
• Identity theft protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks

• Generous paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement