Occupational Therapist Home Health PRN

Pinnacle Home Care • Eustis, FL

13d • Remote

About The Position

Occupational Therapist (OT) PRN needed for home health services in Florida. Pinnacle Home Care, Florida’s largest Medicare-certified home health provider, is seeking Occupational Therapists to join their award-winning team. The role involves delivering compassionate healthcare in patients' homes, focusing on helping patients heal and regain independence through individualized care.

Requirements

• Must have a current OT license (state-specific).
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program recognized by the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Valid BLS certification.
• Minimum two years of OT experience (home health experience preferred).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable and insured vehicle.
• Ability to visit homes that may not be wheelchair accessible.
• Confirm daily visit schedules to ensure seamless coordination with other staff.
• Sufficient hearing, eyesight, and dexterity to perform physical assessments and demonstrate care techniques.
• Engage in physical activities such as walking, standing, stooping, and occasional lifting or turning of patients.

Nice To Haves

• home health experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assess the patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, communication skills, self-care, work capacity, etc.).
• Evaluate the home environment for hazards or barriers to independent living and identify necessary equipment.
• Collaborate in developing a comprehensive care plan.
• Design a treatment program with goals for improved function and communicate the plan to the referring physician and other team members.
• Teach or retrain patients in daily activities lost due to illness or injury, following agency policies.
• Fabricate splints and instruct patients on using adaptive equipment to enhance function.
• Provide training in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and report any changes in the patient’s condition to the physician.
• Participate in in-services, case conferences, and meetings to promote coordinated care with healthcare team members.
• Work alongside physicians and discharge planners to provide health education to patients and families/caregivers.
• Identify patient and family/caregiver needs for additional services and make appropriate referrals.
• Confirm daily visit schedules to ensure seamless coordination with other staff.
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants in accordance with agency policies and state regulations.

Benefits

• Personalized, One-on-One Care
• Growth & Stability
• Ongoing Professional Development: Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to support licensure and career advancement.
• Competitive Benefits & Perks: Including an employee referral program where you can earn rewards.
• Recognized Excellence: Ranked as a USA Today Top Workplace.
• Flexible Scheduling
• Supportive & Fun Culture

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level