Occupational Therapist OT PRN

Assisted Daily Living, Inc.; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist to provide home health therapy in Warwick, RI. The role focuses on helping patients regain independence at home, from dressing to meals and routines.

You will evaluate, plan therapy, and collaborate with a clinical team to ensure high-quality patient care. A RI license, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license are required to travel between patient homes.

Qualifications

• Current Rhode Island Occupational Therapist license.
• At least 1 year of occupational therapy experience.
• Current CPR certification (AHA or Red Cross).
• Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation to travel between patient homes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ functional abilities and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Help patients improve daily living skills, strength, coordination, and safety.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and home modifications.
• Teach patients and caregivers techniques to support independence between visits.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Complete accurate, timely clinical documentation.
• Supervise occupational therapy assistants as appropriate.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

Rhode Island OT license

Job description

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day.

Occupational Therapist (OT), Home Health, PRN Elara Caring | Warwick, RI

Help patients regain independence where it matters most, at home. Getting dressed. Preparing a meal. Returning to a favorite routine.

Your work as an Occupational Therapist can help patients build the confidence and skills to take part in everyday life.

Elara Caring is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist in Warwick, Rhode Island, to provide personalized care in patients’ homes.

Why Join Elara Caring?

• PRN opportunity to supplement your current work.
• Personalized patient care in the home setting.
• Comprehensive onboarding and mentorship to support your transition.
• A collaborative clinical team that values communication and quality care.
• Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate patients’ functional abilities and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Help patients improve daily living skills, strength, coordination, and safety.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and home modifications.
• Teach patients and caregivers techniques that support independence between visits.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Complete accurate, timely clinical documentation.
• Supervise occupational therapy assistants as appropriate.

What You’ll Need

• Current Rhode Island Occupational Therapist license.
• At least 1 year of occupational therapy experience.
• Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to quality patient care.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail].

Pay & Benefit Information:

Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience.

Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits

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Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.