Home Health Occupational Therapist: Restore Independence

VitalCaring Group; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Employee referral program

Wellness programs

Job summary

VitalCaring Group is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence at home. You will assess function, design individualized plans, and deliver therapeutic interventions with a focus on safety and quality of life.

You’ll collaborate with families and an interdisciplinary team, educate caregivers, and participate in discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions in a field-based role across Abilene, Texas.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current NBCOT certification/licensure as an OT.
• Current state OT licensure in Texas.
• Minimum of one year clinical experience preferred (home health a plus).
• Current CPR certification and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' functional status and daily living abilities in the home setting.
• Develop and implement individualized OT treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provide interventions to restore function, including ADL retraining and adaptive strategies.
• Educate patients and families on plans of care and safety in the home.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless patient-centered care.
• Supervise COTAs and oversee home health aides when required.
• Participate in discharge planning and home health care coordination.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Clinical judgment

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited OT program

Tools

EMR

Job description

VitalCaring Group is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence at home. You will assess function, design individualized plans, and deliver therapeutic interventions with a focus on safety and quality of life.

You’ll collaborate with families and an interdisciplinary team, educate caregivers, and participate in discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions in a field-based role across Abilene, Texas.