Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health

Health, Inc; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Health, Inc. in Normal, IL is seeking a Home Care Occupational Therapist to evaluate patients, develop and update treatment plans, and collaborate with the healthcare team to improve daily functioning.

You will educate patients and families, ensure documentation meets regulatory standards, and supervise support staff while coordinating with physicians and community resources.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist with BLS certification within 30 days.
• Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance.
• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy or related field.
• Strong documentation, communication, critical thinking, and patient education skills.
• Knowledge of home care regulations, case management, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Review and communicate care plans with physicians, document thoroughly, and update goals as patient conditions change.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapy techniques, discharge planning, and home safety assessments.
• Order supplies, manage schedules, and coordinate outpatient and community resources.
• Supervise and instruct Occupational Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides, ensuring compliance with home care regulations.
• Complete comprehensive evaluations, assessments, and documentation, including OASIS forms and home safety recommendations.
• Observe, report patient reactions, and adapt therapy plans accordingly.

Skills

BLS certification within 30 days

Valid driver's license

Strong documentation

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy or related field

Job description

Position Overview: The Home Care Occupational Therapist evaluates patients of all ages, develops and updates treatment plans, and collaborates with the healthcare team to improve or restore daily functioning. They serve as a clinical resource, educate patients and families, and ensure documentation meets regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and communicate care plans with physicians, document thoroughly, and update goals as patient conditions change.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapy techniques, discharge planning, and home safety assessments.
• Order supplies, manage schedules, and coordinate outpatient and community resources.
• Supervise and instruct Occupational Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides, ensuring compliance with home care regulations.
• Complete comprehensive evaluations, assessments, and documentation, including OASIS forms and home safety recommendations.
• Observe, report patient reactions, and adapt therapy plans accordingly.

Qualifications And Skills

• Licensed Occupational Therapist with BLS certification within 30 days.
• Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance.
• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy or related field.
• Strong documentation, communication, critical thinking, and patient education skills.
• Knowledge of home care regulations, case management, and interdisciplinary collaboration.