Occupational Therapist OT Home Health

Elara Caring•Harker Heights, TX

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 (Full-Time) Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM At Elara Caring , we believe the best care happens where patients feel most comfortable— at home . Each day, our clinicians provide compassionate, high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients nationwide, meeting them wherever they are on their health journey. As a full-time Occupational Therapist , you’ll enjoy a consistent weekday schedule while helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life in the comfort of their homes. You’ll be supported by a collaborative, mission-driven team that values clinical excellence, autonomy, and work-life balance. To continue delivering industry-leading home-based care, we’re seeking an Occupational Therapist who is compassionate, motivated, and committed to exceptional patient outcomes.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Current, unrestricted OT license in the state of practice
Minimum one (1) year of experience in a clinical care setting
Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance
Ability and willingness to travel within the branch coverage area

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients to identify occupational therapy needs and develop individualized Plans of Care
Complete initial evaluations, reassessments, and follow-up visits in compliance with OASIS and PPS guidelines
Implement and revise Plans of Care to ensure quality, continuity, and effective discharge planning
Communicate significant findings and changes in patient condition to physicians and interdisciplinary team members
Provide occupational therapy services in accordance with physician orders and accepted standards of practice
Instruct patients and caregivers in activities of daily living, adaptive equipment use, sensory integration, and fine motor coordination
Assist patients and caregivers in obtaining necessary equipment, including fabrication of custom splints when appropriate
Educate patients and families on home therapy programs and modify plans as needed
Supervise and provide clinical direction to COTAs, HHAs, and clinical staff to ensure high-quality care delivery
Promote patient safety using family and community resources