Home Health Occupational Therapist: Empower Independence

VitalCaring Group; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Virtual care and mental health support

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with company match

Employee referral program

Prepaid legal services

Identity theft protection

Generous paid time off

Tuition and CE reimbursement

Job summary

VitalCaring Group is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT) to deliver patient-centered care in home settings in Florida. You will evaluate functional status, create goals, and coordinate with families, physicians, and the care team to restore independence and safe functioning at home.

The role requires OT licensure, NBCOT certification, CPR, and 1 year of clinical experience (home health a plus). Travel is field-based with strong emphasis on collaboration and discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current NBCOT certification.
• Current state OT licensure.
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience preferred (home health experience a plus).
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ functional status and ability to perform daily activities.
• Assess home environments for safety risks and recommend modifications.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to restore function and retraining in daily living activities.
• Fabricate splints and train patients in adaptive devices as appropriate.
• Support patients returning to work through functional/work capacity evaluations.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, safety, and ongoing care needs.
• Collaborate with care team to coordinate services and seamless care.
• Participate in discharge planning to support progress.

Skills

Strong communication

Patient-centered care

Care coordination

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

OT degree (ACOTE accredited)

NBCOT certification

State OT licensure

Job description

VitalCaring Group is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist (OT) to deliver patient-centered care in home settings in Florida. You will evaluate functional status, create goals, and coordinate with families, physicians, and the care team to restore independence and safe functioning at home.

The role requires OT licensure, NBCOT certification, CPR, and 1 year of clinical experience (home health a plus). Travel is field-based with strong emphasis on collaboration and discharge planning.