Occupational Therapist Home Health PRN

Pinnacle Home Care; Venice (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Competitive benefits

Top Workplace recognition

Job summary

Pinnacle Home Care, Florida’s leading Medicare-certified home health provider, is hiring a PRN Occupational Therapist for service areas in South Sarasota. The OT will assess functional status, evaluate home safety, and collaborate on care plans to improve patient independence.

The role includes teaching daily activities, fabricating splints, and coordinating with physicians and the healthcare team. Requirements include a state-licensed OT, NBCOT registration, BLS, and a minimum of two years of

Qualifications

• Must have a current OT license (state-specific).
• Graduate of an accredited OT program recognized by AMA and AOTA.
• Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Valid BLS certification.
• Minimum two years of OT experience (home health preferred).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient functional status (mobility, endurance, cognitive and self-care).
• Evaluate home environment for hazards and necessary equipment.
• Collaborate to develop a comprehensive care plan.
• Design treatment program with goals and communicate to physicians and team.
• Teach or retrain patients in daily activities post-illness or injury.
• Fabricate splints and train on adaptive equipment usage.
• Provide training on prosthetic/orthotic devices as needed.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and report changes to physician.

Education

OT degree from accredited program

NBCOT registration

BLS certification

Job description

Are you looking to make a difference in patients’ lives with a company that values your expertise? Join us in our mission of delivering compassionate healthcare where it matters most –– at home.

Now Hiring: PRN OT

Service Areas: South Sarasota

Pinnacle Home Care, Florida’s largest Medicare-certified home health provider, has been delivering high-quality, patient-centered care for over two decades, and we’re looking for Occupational Therapists to join our award-winning team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, communication skills, self-care, work capacity, etc.).
• Evaluate the home environment for hazards or barriers to independent living and identify necessary equipment.
• Collaborate in developing a comprehensive care plan.
• Design a treatment program with goals for improved function and communicate the plan to the referring physician and other team members.
• Teach or retrain patients in daily activities lost due to illness or injury, following agency policies.
• Fabricate splints and instruct patients on using adaptive equipment to enhance function.
• Provide training in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and report any changes in the patient’s condition to the physician.
• Participate in in-services, case conferences, and meetings to promote coordinated care with healthcare team members.
• Work alongside physicians and discharge planners to provide health education to patients and families/caregivers.
• Identify patient and family/caregiver needs for additional services and make appropriate referrals.
• Confirm daily visit schedules to ensure seamless coordination with other staff.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants in accordance with agency policies and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Must have a current OT license (state-specific).
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program recognized by the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Valid BLS certification.
• Minimum two years of OT experience (home health experience preferred).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable and insured vehicle.
• Ability to visit homes that may not be wheelchair accessible.
• Confirm daily visit schedules to ensure seamless coordination with other staff.
• Sufficient hearing, eyesight, and dexterity to perform physical assessments and demonstrate care techniques.
• Engage in physical activities such as walking, standing, stooping, and occasional lifting or turning of patients.

Why Choose Pinnacle?

• Personalized, One-on-One Care: Help patients heal and regain their independence by delivering individualized care in the comfort of their homes.
• Growth & Stability: Over two decades as Florida’s largest home health agency.
• Ongoing Professional Development: Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to support licensure and career advancement.
• Competitive Benefits & Perks: Including an employee referral program where you can earn rewards.
• Recognized Excellence: Ranked as a USA Today Top Workplace.
• Flexible Scheduling: Enjoy a schedule that aligns with your personal priorities.
• Supportive & Fun Culture: Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values both professional excellence and personal fulfillment.

Pinnacle promotes an inclusive environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Be part of a company that empowers clinicians to make a difference in the lives of over 10,000 patients across Florida every day.