Home Health OT: Restore Independence & Impactful Care

VitalCaring Group; Sebring (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Tuition and continuing education reimbursement

Job summary

VitalCaring Group in Sebring, Florida, seeks a dedicated Occupational Therapist specializing in home health. You will evaluate patients’ needs, develop personalized treatment plans, and provide therapeutic interventions to help patients regain independence.

This full-time position emphasizes patient-centered care and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate should have a strong clinical background and excellent communication skills.

The role includes offering support, supervision, and ensuring quality care while enjoying benefits like health coverage and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience preferred.
• Home health experience is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ functional status and develop treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and care needs.
• Document patient care accurately within the EMR.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Excellent communication

Organization skills

Time management

Education

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

Current registration with NBCOT

Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist

Current CPR certification

Job description

Occupational Therapist, OT - Home Health

Sebring, Florida, United States

Join VitalCaring – Where Your Passion Changes Lives!

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health

Full-Time | 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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