Occupational Therapist- PRN work

Elara Caring•Valparaiso, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Elara Caring, we offer a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to the growth of the home care industry. Every employee has the chance to make a real difference by fulfilling our mission daily. Join our team of healthcare professionals to provide the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place. As an Occupational Therapist with Elara Caring, you will empower patients to regain independence through compassionate, high-quality home-based therapy. This is a physically active, fast-paced role where your impact will be visible every day. If you are a compassionate Occupational Therapist seeking autonomy, growth, and a supportive team, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Active, unrestricted OT license in Indiana
Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience
Ability to travel up to 50% within the service area
Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license & active auto insurance
Comfortable lifting 50–100 lbs and performing physical patient care tasks

Responsibilities

Conducting initial OT evaluations & ongoing reassessments
Creating and updating individualized Plans of Care
Ensuring compliance with OASIS & regulatory guidelines
Communicating clinical updates to physicians & care teams
Teaching ADL techniques, safety strategies & adaptive equipment use
Recommending or helping fabricate assistive devices and splints
Educating patients & families on home programs
Supervising COTAs, HHAs, and clinical staff
Traveling within your assigned territory (Valparaiso, Merrillville, Portage & Wheatfield)