Occupational Therapist (OT) Home Health PRN

Elara Caring•Tulsa, OK

22h

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) Empower Patients to Live Independently—At Home At Elara Caring, we believe there’s no place like home—and no better place for healing. Every day, our compassionate care teams support more than 60,000 patients in the comfort of their homes, helping them live safer, more independent lives wherever they are on their health journey. As an Occupational Therapist, you play a critical role in advancing our mission. Your expertise helps patients regain independence in daily activities, improve safety, and enhance overall quality of life. Being part of Elara Caring means carrying out your true calling each day—delivering exceptional care while collaborating with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals who share your commitment to compassion and excellence. To continue leading the industry in home-based care, we are seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team. If you’re passionate about patient-centered care and want to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply today.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Current, unrestricted Occupational Therapist license in the state of practice
Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience
Willingness and ability to travel within the assigned branch or coverage area (up to 50% travel)
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws

Responsibilities

Evaluating patients to determine rehabilitation needs, functional potential, and appropriate plans of care
Developing, implementing, and updating individualized Plans of Care in accordance with clinical findings, physician orders, and regulatory guidelines
Completing initial evaluations, ongoing reassessments, and follow-up visits in compliance with OASIS and PPS requirements
Communicating significant findings, changes in condition, or safety concerns to physicians, supervisors, and interdisciplinary care team members
Initiating and implementing patient safety plans utilizing patient, family, and community resources
Verifying and adhering to the Plan of Care prior to each visit and delivering care consistent with established standards and physician directives
Writing physician orders for additional visits or modifications to the Plan of Care in accordance with agency policy
Integrating patient-centered goals into therapy interventions and documenting progress accurately and timely
Providing occupational therapy services consistent with accepted standards of practice and physician certification
Educating patients and caregivers on activities of daily living (ADLs), adaptive equipment use, sensory integration, and fine motor coordination skills
Assisting patients and caregivers in obtaining necessary equipment, including fabrication of custom-made splints when needed
Instructing patients and caregivers on home therapy programs, providing modifications and clarification as appropriate
Counseling patients and families to support therapy goals and overall care needs
Supervising and providing clinical direction to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), Home Health Aides (HHAs), and other clinical staff to ensure quality and continuity of care