PRN Occupational Therapist

Pinnacle Home Care; Winter Haven (FL); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

One-on-One Care

Growth & Stability

CEUs for licensure

Employee referral program

USA Today Top Workplace

Flexible scheduling

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Pinnacle Home Care is seeking an Occupational Therapist to work PRN in Florida's Winter Haven area. You will assess patients at home, design treatment plans, and collaborate with physicians to promote independence. The role requires home health experience, an active OT license, and driving to patient homes.

Join a caring team that emphasizes patient-centered care, ongoing CEUs, and flexible scheduling, with opportunities to support families and caregivers in the community.

Qualifications

• Current OT license (state-specific).
• Graduate of an accredited OT program recognized by AMA/AOTA.
• NBCOT (National Board) certification and active registration.
• Valid BLS certification and clean driving record.
• Minimum two years OT experience; home health preferred.
• Excellent communication and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess functional status and plan care within home environment.
• Evaluate home hazards and arrange needed equipment.
• Develop and communicate a comprehensive care plan to physicians.
• Teach daily activities and fabricate splints as ordered.
• Supervise OT assistants and maintain accurate records.
• Coordinate with staff and discharge planners for family education.

Skills

OT licensure

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Driver's license

Home health visit readiness

Education

OT degree from accredited program

NBCOT certification / national exam

BLS certification

Job description

Now Hiring: Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN

Service Areas: Winter Haven, Lake Alfred, and surrounding communities

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.

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.

Benefits:

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.