Occupational Therapist (OT)
About The Position
The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides skilled occupational therapy services to patients in their homes, helping them maximize functional independence and safety in daily living. In alignment with the agencys mission to deliver high-quality home health services regardless of socioeconomic status, the OT delivers patient-centered care that brings the care patients deserve without going far. The OT collaborates with nursing and the interdisciplinary team to deliver effective plans of care, support positive patient outcomes, and ensure timely documentation in Finale EMR. This nurse practitioner–owned and operated home health agency was established in 2017 to help patients recover, improve function, and live independently and well at home. The agency delivers compassionate, high-quality, patient-centered services across the Greater Sacramento region. Patient satisfaction is a core goal, supported by after-hours clinical triage for patient concerns. Therapy clinicians are not scheduled for on-call or weekend rotations. Mission: Provide the best quality home health services to all clients regardless of socioeconomic status. Vision : Foster care that extends beyond the local community and promotes health and wellness across all ages, even through life challenges.
Requirements
- Active California Occupational Therapist license in good standing
- Maintain required continuing education and competencies
- Current BLS/CPR certification (or obtained within 30 days)
- Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
- Home health experience preferred; strong independent clinical reasoning
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Proficiency with mobile documentation systems
- Valid California drivers license and reliable transportation
- Familiarity with Medicare home health documentation preferred
Nice To Haves
- Finale EMR or similar home health EMR experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Complete in-home occupational therapy evaluations (ADLs/IADLs, functional mobility, home safety, cognition/perception, equipment needs) and establish measurable goals
- Develop, implement, and update plans of care consistent with physician orders, payer requirements, and patient-centered goals
- Provide skilled OT interventions in the home (ADL training, fall prevention, fine motor skills, energy conservation, cognitive strategies, adaptive equipment recommendations)
- Educate patients and caregivers on home programs, safe techniques, and equipment use
- Assess home environments and recommend modifications, DME, and community resources
- Collaborate with nursing, PT, SLP, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team
- Perform reassessments and adjust plans of care as needed
- Identify clinical red flags and communicate changes promptly per agency protocol
- Complete timely and accurate documentation in Finale EMR
- Supervise COTAs and support personnel as permitted by California law and agency policy
- Manage field schedule, caseload priorities, and visit coordination
Benefits
- Benefits: Offered based on employment status and agency policy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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