Home Health Occupational Therapist: Restore Independence at Home

CenterWell Home Health; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is hiring an Occupational Therapist to assess patients in their homes, develop retraining programs, and collaborate with physicians and care teams to improve function and independence. The role includes intervention planning, staff training, and documentation to support recovery and home-based rehab efforts.

The position requires an OT license, CPR, and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation; home health experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted OT licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assess/screen patient's daily living/work-related skills and develop therapeutic retraining programs with measurable objectives.
• Confer with the physician and care team to develop/revise the Plan of Care.
• Provide therapeutic treatment and instruction to improve/restore strength, coordination and function.
• Review/revise retraining programs to align with goals and rehab guidelines.
• Consult with vocational team members on plans for patients.
• Report patient status and progress to the physician and care management staff.
• Participate in care coordination and discharge planning.
• Design community reintegration activities and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Recommend/adapt equipment to improve home or work environments.
• Train staff and family to carry out retraining programs including activities of daily living.
• Supervise OT Assistant and Home Health Aide performance.
• Document care observations and treatment plans accurately and submit to supervisor.

Skills

OT licensure

CPR certification

Driver's license

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is hiring an Occupational Therapist to assess patients in their homes, develop retraining programs, and collaborate with physicians and care teams to improve function and independence. The role includes intervention planning, staff training, and documentation to support recovery and home-based rehab efforts.

The position requires an OT license, CPR, and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation; home health experience is preferred.