Home Health OT Full Time South OC

Green Meadows Home Health Care Inc; Santa Ana (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health care provider is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver skilled therapy services to patients in their homes. The role involves evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and implementing interventions to enhance their daily living activities. This position allows for flexible remote work, making it ideal for professionals seeking a balance between career and personal life.

Benefits

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of one year of OT experience preferred.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' functional status and develop treatment plans.
• Implement therapy interventions to improve self-care and mobility.
• Document clinical notes and collaborate with the care team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job Summary:

The Occupational Therapist (OT) in Home Health provides skilled therapy services to patients in their homes to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities. The OT works with patients recovering from illness, injury, or living with chronic conditions to help them perform activities of daily living (ADLs) safely and independently.

Key Responsibilities:

Evaluate patients' functional status, home environment, and therapy needs.

Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings and physician orders.

Implement therapy interventions to improve patients’ ability to perform self-care, work, and leisure activities.

Educate patients and caregivers on techniques to improve function and safety.

Recommend and train patients in the use of adaptive equipment as needed.

Document clinical notes, evaluations, treatment goals, and progress reports accurately and timely.

Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Comply with all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and company policies.

Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.

Current Occupational Therapy license in the state of practice.

Minimum of one year of OT experience preferred (home health experience is a plus).

CPR certification.

Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.

Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.

Ability to work independently in a home setting.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to travel to patients' homes and navigate varied home environments.

Able to stand, walk, bend, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with electronic health records (EHR).

Familiarity with Medicare/Medicaid and home health documentation standards (e.g., OASIS).

Bilingual abilities a plus.

This is a remote position.