Occupational Therapist OT Home Health

Elara Caring•Conroe, TX

47d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Elara Caring, we believe the best care happens where patients feel most comfortable — in their homes. Every day, our dedicated teams deliver high-quality, compassionate care to more than 60,000 patients nationwide, helping them live safely and independently in the place they love most. As an Occupational Therapist, you’ll play a key role in helping patients regain independence, improve their daily functioning, and achieve meaningful milestones in their recovery journey. If you’re passionate about patient-centered care and want to be part of a mission-driven organization that values your expertise, we’d love to have you on our team.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Current, unrestricted Occupational Therapist license in the state of practice
Minimum one (1) year of experience in a clinical care setting
Ability and willingness to travel within the assigned branch/office coverage area
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
Ability to lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including patient transfers and equipment movement

Responsibilities

Provide skilled occupational therapy services that help patients safely and confidently perform everyday activities.
Evaluate patients to determine rehabilitation needs, functional potential, and develop individualized plans of care.
Conduct initial therapy evaluations and ongoing reassessments according to OASIS and PPS regulatory guidelines.
Implement and adjust treatment plans to ensure quality outcomes and continuity of care.
Communicate patient progress, significant findings, and changes in condition to physicians and the care team.
Educate patients and caregivers on activities of daily living (ADLs) using adaptive equipment, sensory integration techniques, and fine motor coordination exercises.
Assist patients and caregivers with obtaining necessary equipment, including custom splint fabrication when appropriate.
Develop and teach home therapy programs with modifications as needed.
Provide counseling and guidance to patients and families regarding therapy goals and care needs.
Supervise and provide clinical direction to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA), Home Health Aides (HHA), and other clinical staff.
Ensure documentation meets professional standards, physician orders, and regulatory guidelines.