Occupational Therapist

Elite Home Health•Sebastian, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Elite Home Health is a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida. The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides skilled occupational therapy services to patients in their homes in accordance with physician orders, the plan of care, agency policies, and applicable state and federal regulations. The OT evaluates functional status, develops and implements therapy interventions, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to improve patient independence, safety, and quality of life. The OT works within the scope of Florida OT licensure, Medicare Conditions of Participation, physician orders, and agency policies. The role includes evaluation, treatment planning, reassessment, and therapy supervision in the home health setting. The position reports to the Director of Nursing (DON), Clinical Manager, or designated clinical leadership, and may supervise an Occupational Therapy Assistant and Home Health Aide as required by the patient’s plan of care and agency policy.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Current Occupational Therapist (OTR) license in good standing in the state of Florida.
At least one year of occupational therapy experience.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.
Ability to pass background screening and all compliance requirements.
Strong clinical judgment and therapy assessment skills.
Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
Ability to work independently in a home health setting.
Strong documentation and organizational skills.
Commitment to compliance, safety, and quality outcomes.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist patients as needed.
Ability to perform therapy assessments and interventions in home environments.
Ability to use electronic documentation systems and therapy equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and care team members.

Nice To Haves

Home health, acute care, or rehabilitation experience.

Responsibilities

Perform initial and ongoing patient evaluations to assess functional status and therapy needs.
Complete comprehensive assessments and participate in OASIS-related coordination as applicable.
Develop, implement, and update individualized occupational therapy treatment plans.
Ensure physician orders are appropriate and aligned with the patient’s therapy needs.
Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions in accordance with physician orders and established care plans.
Guide patients in therapeutic exercises, self-care activities, and functional mobility related to daily living.
Instruct patients in the safe use of wheelchairs, braces, splints, prosthetic, and orthotic devices.
Support patient safety, independence, and restoration of functional abilities in the home setting.
Teach and counsel patients and caregivers regarding therapy goals, home safety, adaptive techniques, and self-care strategies.
Evaluate the home environment and identify modifications or community resources needed to support care.
Coordinate outpatient services when procedures cannot be safely performed in the home.
Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, progress notes, reassessments, and discharge summaries.
Evaluate the effectiveness of therapy interventions and update the plan of care as needed.
Maintain compliance with Medicare requirements, state regulations, and agency policies.
Communicate regularly with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress and needs.
Supervise the Occupational Therapy Assistant in accordance with agency policy and regulatory requirements.
Supervise the Home Health Aide when Occupational Therapy is the only skilled discipline involved in patient care.
Participate in care conferences, discharge planning, staff meetings, and required in-services.