Occupational Therapist, OT - Home Health - PRN

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Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health

Field-Based | Patient-Centered Care

Who We Are

At VitalCaring, we’re more than a home health and hospice provider - we’re a family that supports, inspires, and uplifts both our patients and our team members.

Founded in 2021, VitalCaring has quickly grown into a leading provider of home health and hospice services, with a mission to transform lives and foster hope through genuine caring. Every encounter is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference - and we are committed to bringing a culture of caring to every moment.

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

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.

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