Occupational Therapist

Job Juncture; Elizabethtown (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture is seeking an Occupational Therapist for in-home assessments in Elizabethtown, PA. The role involves developing individualized treatment plans to support patients' rehabilitation and promoting independence through skills training and home environment evaluations.

Ideal candidates must have a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, two years of independent work experience, and possess a valid driver’s license to travel to patient locations.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience working independently under minimal supervision.
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments to evaluate patients' abilities and establish care plans.
• Develop personalized treatment plans targeting activities of daily living and goals.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and home exercise programs.

Skills

Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurologic injury

Experience with home health, medical-surgical, or rehabilitation center environment

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent

Job description

• Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments to evaluate patients' physical, cognitive, and functional abilities and establish individualized plans of care.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans targeting activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental ADLs, with short- and long-term goals aligned to each patient's needs.
• Assess the home environment and recommend modifications, adaptive equipment, and safety improvements to promote independence and reduce fall risk.
• Deliver skilled therapeutic interventions focused on self-care, mobility, strength, cognition, and functional recovery — including for patients with complex neurologic diagnoses.
• Educate patients, caregivers, and family members on therapeutic techniques, home exercise programs, and strategies to support ongoing independence.
• Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation including OASIS assessments, progress notes, and discharge summaries using tablet-based platform.
• Monitor patient progress continuously and adjust treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal functional outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate seamless patient care.
• Supervise and delegate appropriately to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) as applicable.
• Ensure all care is delivered in compliance with agency policies, state regulations, and Medicare/Medicaid standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurologic injury
• Experience with home health, medical-surgical, or rehabilitation center environment

Required Certifications and Licensures:

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy or the equivalent with license or certificate within the state providing services
• At least two years of experience working independently under minimal supervision
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations