Travel-Ready Home Health Occupational Therapist

Optimal Care; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 84,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage Reimbursement

3 Weeks Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

HSA and FSA options

Company paid Short Term Disability

Company paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Pet Insurance

ID and Fraud Protection

Job summary

Optimal Care is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist to work one-on-one with patients in their homes across the Bay County service area, traveling daily from Saginaw to residences. You will assess functional abilities and guide patients as they regain independence in daily activities.

You will design personalized treatment plans, educate families, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support safe, meaningful living.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy program.
• Current state license as an Occupational Therapist.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance.
• Willingness to travel daily for home visits within service area.

Responsibilities

• Assess functional abilities of patients in their home environment.
• Design personalized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Develop adaptive strategies and home modification recommendations.
• Provide education, hands-on training, and encouragement to patients and families.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to progress toward independence.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Medical terminology

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Independent work

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel readiness

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT program

Job description

Optimal Care is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist to work one-on-one with patients in their homes across the Bay County service area, traveling daily from Saginaw to residences. You will assess functional abilities and guide patients as they regain independence in daily activities.

You will design personalized treatment plans, educate families, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support safe, meaningful living.