Occupational Therapist OT Home Health PRN
About The Position
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. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place. Job Description: Occupational Therapist (OT) – PRN 📍 Flexible Schedule | Purpose-Driven Care | Where Patients Feel Most at Home At Elara Caring, we believe the best care happens where patients live their lives—at home. Every day, our teams provide compassionate, high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients nationwide, supporting them through every stage of their health journey. We’re currently seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist who is committed, compassionate, and inspired to help patients achieve independence and improved quality of life. If you’re looking for meaningful work with flexibility and the opportunity to truly make an impact, we’d love to meet you.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
- Current, unrestricted OT license in the state of practice
- Minimum 1 year of clinical experience
- Ability and willingness to travel within the branch coverage area (up to 50%)
- Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently throughout the workday
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients to determine occupational therapy needs, rehabilitation potential, and develop individualized Plans of Care
- Perform initial evaluations, routine visits, and re-evaluations in compliance with OASIS and PPS guidelines
- Ensure continuity of care and appropriate discharge planning
- Communicate significant findings or changes in patient condition to supervisors, physicians, and care team members
- Implement patient safety plans using patient, family, and community resources
- Verify and follow physician orders, assessment data, and established clinical standards
- Write physician orders for additional visits or changes to the Plan of Care per agency policy
- Incorporate patient goals into therapy interventions and document progress clearly and accurately
- Provide occupational therapy services consistent with best practices and physician certification
- Educate patients and caregivers on activities of daily living, adaptive equipment, sensory integration, and fine motor skills
- Assist with securing necessary equipment, including fabrication of custom splints when appropriate
- Instruct patients and caregivers on home therapy programs, modifying as needed
- Counsel patients and families on therapy-related needs
- Supervise and provide clinical direction to COTAs, HHAs, and other clinical staff to ensure quality and consistency of care
Benefits
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference
- Competitive PRN compensation
- Free continuing education for all employees
- Tuition reimbursement for eligible full-time team members
- Career advancement opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits for eligible employees, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off & paid holidays
- Family & pet bereavement leave
- Pet insurance
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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