New Grad Occupational Therapist, Home Health

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc.; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays and sick leave

Continuing Education & ProfessionalDev

401(k) with company match

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc. is seeking a new graduate Occupational Therapist to start their career in Springfield, MO. You will receive mentorship, build meaningful patient relationships, and gain confidence through structured orientation and clinical support.

The role emphasizes one-on-one home-health care for adult and geriatric clients, with flexible scheduling, mileage reimbursement, ongoing clinical education, and a mission-driven team dedicated to high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Licensed or license-eligible Occupational Therapist in the state of practice.
• Graduation from an accredited occupational therapy program.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess patients' functional status and mobility.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to maximize independence and safety.
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions in patients' homes.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on exercises, mobility, fall prevention, and home safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupations therapists, speech therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Complete timely electronic documentation while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Education

OT degree / licensure eligible

Job description

New Grad Opportunity!!

**$30,000.00 Retention Bonus Available**

Launch Your Occupational Therapy Career with Confidence

Are you graduating from an Occupational Therapy program and looking for a career where you'll receive mentorship, build meaningful patient relationships, and make a real impact from day one?

Integrity Home Care + Hospice is excited to welcome compassionate and motivated new graduate Occupational Therapists to our team in Springfield, MO!

Our structured orientation, dedicated clinical support, and experienced OT mentors will help you successfully transition from the classroom to independent practice while providing exceptional one-on-one care to adult and geriatric clients in their homes.

Why Home Health?

Home health offers an opportunity to truly connect with your patients and see the direct impact of your care. You'll treat one patient at a time, develop meaningful relationships, and help individuals remain safely and independently in the comfort of their own homes.

At Integrity Home Care + Hospice, you'll never be expected to navigate your first year alone. Our experienced clinicians and clinical managers are committed to helping you build confidence, strengthen your skills, and grow into the occupational therapist you aspire to be.

Why Choose Integrity Home Care + Hospice?

• Comprehensive new graduate orientation and mentorship
• One-on-one patient care—never rushed clinic appointments
• Flexible scheduling and autonomy
• Weekly pay
• Mileage reimbursement
• Manageable territories to minimize travel
• Clinical education and continuing development opportunities
• Supportive interdisciplinary team
• Nationally recognized, mission-driven organization

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and assess patients' functional status and mobility.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to maximize independence and safety.
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions in patients' homes.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on exercises, mobility, fall prevention, and home safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Complete timely electronic documentation while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

Qualifications:

• Licensed or license-eligible Occupational Therapist in the state of practice.
• Graduation from an occupational therapy program accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the AMA and the AOTA, as indicated by school transcript or diploma.
• New graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave
• Continuing Education & Professional Development – 6-month MedBridge subscription, plus ongoing access to Elsevier and BAYADA University learning resources
• Employer-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Scholarship and career advancement opportunities

**$30k Retention Bonus is for Full Time only**

BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here.

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.