Occupational Therapist, OT - Home Health - PRN

VitalCaring Group; Eldon (OK); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

FSA/HSA

401(k) with match

Employee referral program

Prepaid legal services

Identity theft protection

PTO & CE reimbursement

Job summary

VitalCaring Group is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist (OT) for home health, full-time field-based position. You will assess patients, design and implement individualized plans, and collaborate with families and the care team to restore independence at home.

Join a supportive, patient-centered culture that emphasizes safety, functional improvement, and caregiver education while navigating home environments and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current NBCOT certification and state licensure as an OT.
• CPR certification and valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate functional status and daily activity performance.
• Assess home environments for safety risks and recommend modifications.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provide interventions to restore function and retrain daily living activities.
• Educate patients, families and caregivers on plans and safety.

Skills

Home health care

Patient assessment

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Caregiver education

Education

NBCOT certification

OT licensure (state)

Accredited OT program graduate

CPR certification

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

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.