Home Health OT — Impactful Patient Care (PRN)

VitalCaring Group; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education reimbursement

Job summary

VitalCaring Group is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) for home health in Melbourne, Florida. This field-based role focuses on helping patients regain independence and improve daily function within home settings.

Responsibilities include evaluating functional status, designing personalized plans, and coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless, patient-centered care. Licensed OT with NBCOT and CPR certification, plus valid driver’s license, are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• NBCOT certification is required.
• Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ functional status and home safety.
• Develop individualized treatment plans focused on independence.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to restore daily living activities.
• Supervise COTAs and oversee home health aide care when needed.
• Educate patients and families on plans of care and safety.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Time management

Patient-centered care

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy program

NBCOT certification

State licensure as Occupational Therapist

CPR certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Occupational Therapist, OT - Home Health - PRN

Melbourne, Florida, United States

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Join VitalCaring – Where Your Passion Changes Lives!

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health

Field-Based | Patient-Centered Care

Who We Are

At VitalCaring, we’re more than a home health and hospice provider - we’re a family that supports, inspires, and uplifts both our patients and our team members.

Founded in 2021, VitalCaring has quickly grown into a leading provider of home health and hospice services, with a mission to transform lives and foster hope through genuine caring. Every encounter is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference - and we are committed to bringing a culture of caring to every moment.

What You’ll Do

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist , you will play a critical role in helping patients regain independence, improve daily function, and safely navigate life at home. You’ll partner closely with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver personalized, high-impact care.

Patient Care & Clinical Impact

• Evaluate patients’ functional status, including mobility, strength, coordination, communication, and ability to perform daily activities
• Assess home environments to identify safety risks and recommend modifications or adaptive equipment
• Develop individualized treatment plans with clear, measurable goals focused on improving independence and quality of life
• Provide therapeutic interventions to restore function, including retraining in daily living activities
• Fabricate splints and train patients in the use of adaptive, prosthetic, and orthotic devices as appropriate
• Support patients returning to work through functional and work capacity evaluations
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on treatment plans, safety, and ongoing care needs
• Collaborate with the care team to coordinate services and ensure seamless, patient-centered care
• Participate in discharge planning to support successful transitions and continued progress

Care Coordination & Communication

• Document patient care accurately and timely within the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Communicate plans of care with physicians and interdisciplinary team members
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and ongoing clinical collaboration
• Maintain strong, professional relationships with patients, families, and care team members

Leadership & Oversight

• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in accordance with state regulations and company policy
• When therapy is the sole skilled service, provide oversight of home health aide care as required

What Sets You Apart

• Strong clinical judgment with a patient-first mindset
• Ability to build trust and rapport with patients and families in a home setting
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
• A proactive, compassionate approach aligned with our core values: trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
• Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience preferred (home health experience a plus)
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Virtual care and mental health support

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Supplemental health and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee referral program

Prepaid legal services

Identity theft protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks

Generous paid time off

Tuition and continuing education reimbursement

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.

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