Home Health Occupational Therapist — Make an Impact

Elara Caring; Chariton (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Free continuing education

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(K) with employer match

Paid time off

Holidays

Family & pet bereavement leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our home health team serving Wayne, Decatur and Union Counties. You will perform OT evaluations, develop personalized care plans, and provide hands-on therapy in patients' homes, travel up to 50% as needed.

We value compassionate care, clinical excellence, and strong communication with physicians and care teams. This full-time role offers growth, tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current, unrestricted OT license in state of practice.
• 1+ year clinical OT experience.
• Reliable vehicle, driver's license, and auto insurance.
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Complete OT evaluations and develop personalized care plans.
• Make initial and ongoing home visits (OASIS/PPS).
• Communicate updates with physicians and care teams.
• Educate patients and caregivers on ADLs and home exercises.
• Supervise COTAs, HHAs, and clinical staff as needed.
• Maintain thorough, accurate documentation.
• Work in a physical, hands-on, fast-paced environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

Graduate of an accredited OT program

Job description

Elara Caring is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our home health team serving Wayne, Decatur and Union Counties. You will perform OT evaluations, develop personalized care plans, and provide hands-on therapy in patients' homes, travel up to 50% as needed.

We value compassionate care, clinical excellence, and strong communication with physicians and care teams. This full-time role offers growth, tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits.