New Graduate Occupational Therapist, (OT) - Home Health

BAYADA Home Health Care • Louisburg, NC

20d • Remote

About The Position

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking compassionate and motivated new graduate Occupational Therapists to join their Person County Visits home health team on a full-time basis. This role offers a structured orientation, dedicated clinical support, and experienced OT mentors to help new graduates transition from the classroom to independent practice while providing one-on-one care to adult and geriatric clients in their homes. Home health care allows for meaningful patient connections and the opportunity to help individuals remain safely and independently in their homes. BAYADA emphasizes that new graduates will not be alone in their first year, with experienced clinicians and managers committed to building confidence, strengthening skills, and fostering professional growth.

Requirements

• A current North Carolina Occupational Therapist license.
• Graduation from an occupational therapy program accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the AMA and the AOTA, as indicated by school transcript or diploma.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and problem solving skills.
• Solid computer skills; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
• Perform thorough evaluations of patients’ functional status, including muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, and ADL and IADL performance.
• Assess cognitive, psychological and motor aspects of performance and develop individualized intervention plans to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Evaluate home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living.
• Identify equipment needs and environmental adaptations resulting in enhanced outcomes for clients.
• Continually assess and revise the occupational therapy care plan, and participate with nursing in the multidisciplinary care plan, as appropriate.
• Educate and instruct patients, family members, or other patient representatives, in rehabilitative care and activities necessary to promote the client's health, safety and independent living.
• Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations pertaining to patient care management and services provided, utilizing a state-of-the-art touch pad tablet.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave
• Continuing Education & Professional Development – 6-month MedBridge subscription, plus ongoing access to Elsevier and BAYADA University learning resources
• Employer-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Scholarship and career advancement opportunities
• $3,000 Hiring Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level