Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health - Full Time

VitalCaring Group•Missouri City, TX

3h•Remote

About The Position

Join VitalCaring – Where Your Passion Changes Lives! VitalCaring is more than a home health and hospice provider; it's a family that supports, inspires, and uplifts both patients and team members. Founded in 2021, VitalCaring has quickly grown into a leading provider of home health and hospice services, with a mission to transform lives and foster hope through genuine caring. Every encounter is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference, and we are committed to bringing a culture of caring to every moment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Current registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist
Current CPR certification
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience preferred
Home health experience a plus
Strong clinical judgment with a patient-first mindset
Ability to build trust and rapport with patients and families in a home setting
Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
A proactive, compassionate approach aligned with our core values: trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients’ functional status, including mobility, strength, coordination, communication, and ability to perform daily activities
Assess home environments to identify safety risks and recommend modifications or adaptive equipment
Develop individualized treatment plans with clear, measurable goals focused on improving independence and quality of life
Provide therapeutic interventions to restore function, including retraining in daily living activities
Fabricate splints and train patients in the use of adaptive, prosthetic, and orthotic devices as appropriate
Support patients returning to work through functional and work capacity evaluations
Educate patients, families, and caregivers on treatment plans, safety, and ongoing care needs
Collaborate with the care team to coordinate services and ensure seamless, patient-centered care
Participate in discharge planning to support successful transitions and continued progress
Document patient care accurately and timely within the electronic medical record (EMR)
Communicate plans of care with physicians and interdisciplinary team members
Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and ongoing clinical collaboration
Maintain strong, professional relationships with patients, families, and care team members
Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in accordance with state regulations and company policy
When therapy is the sole skilled service, provide oversight of home health aide care as required