Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health Position: Occupational Therapist (OT) Setting: Home Health Employment Type: Full-Time

8 Hours Per Day Hours: 40 Hours Per Week Location: Field-Based Home Health Position Overview CenterWell is seeking a compassionate and experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide skilled therapy services to patients in the home health setting. The Occupational Therapist will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and implement therapeutic interventions designed to improve functional independence, safety, and quality of life.

This role requires a clinician who is comfortable working independently, managing a caseload, and collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver exceptional patient-centered care. Key Responsibilities Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and clinical assessments to determine patient needs and appropriateness for therapy services. Develop, implement, revise, and manage individualized Plans of Care (POC) based on physician orders and patient goals.

Assess and treat deficits related to activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, cognition, coordination, strength, balance, and functional independence. Evaluate patients' occupational performance in self-care, work, leisure, and home management activities. Recommend adaptive equipment, hand splints, and environmental modifications to improve safety and function.

Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to improve range of motion, strength, coordination, and overall functional performance. Educate patients, caregivers, and family members regarding adaptive techniques, home safety, and therapeutic exercises. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care.

Complete accurate and timely documentation, including evaluations, progress notes, physician communications, and treatment plan updates. Ensure compliance with agency policies, Medicare guidelines, infection control standards, and regulatory requirements. Utilize Homecare Homebase (HCHB) for clinical documentation and care coordination.

Required Qualifications Active Occupational Therapist (OT) License in the practicing state. Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program with a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy or higher. Minimum 2 years of Occupational Therapy experience in acute care, rehabilitation, or a related clinical setting.

Current CPR Certification. Valid driver's license. Reliable transportation and proof of automobile insurance.

Experience with Homecare Homebase (HCHB) . Ability to travel locally throughout the assigned territory.