Occupational Therapist (OT) Home Health

Job Overview HealingHaven Home Healthcare is a home health agency committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care. We are seeking a dedicated Home Health Occupational Therapist to join our growing clinical team and help patients maximize independence, safety, and functional outcomes. Responsibilities / Essential Functions Clinical Care & Assessment Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and reassessments, documenting findings accurately and within required timeframes Obtain and document pertinent medical, functional, and psychosocial history from patients, families, and/or caregivers Conduct home safety and environmental assessments and implement interventions to reduce fall risk and improve safety Evaluate patient performance in ADLs and iADLs and incorporate findings into treatment planning Complete OASIS assessments accurately and submit within 48 hours of the OASIS visit Plan of Care & Treatment Develop, implement, and revise individualized Occupational Therapy Plans of Care based on patient needs and physician orders Submit Plans of Care and recommendations to the physician for review, approval, and ongoing coordination Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to improve functional independence, safety, strength, and cognitive performance Establish measurable OT goals based on patient function and rehabilitation potential Communication & Coordination Maintain effective communication with patients and families regarding treatment goals, progress, and outcomes Communicate with physicians verbally and/or in writing regarding patient status, treatment recommendations, and therapy effectiveness Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services, including participation in case conferences as scheduled or triggered by clinical events Supervision & Compliance Develop and implement the Plan of Care when OT is the only skilled discipline ordered Supervise HHAs in accordance with federal and state regulations when OT is the primary discipline Participate in Clinical Record Reviews (CRR) in collaboration with leadership as required Quality Improvement & Professional Development Participate in Performance Improvement (PI/QAPI) activities, committees, and initiatives as assigned Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, in-services, case conferences, and required trainings Maintain current professional licensure and pursue continuing education to enhance clinical competence and patient outcomes Skills & Attributes Strong clinical skills in ADL/iADL training, functional mobility, safety interventions, and adaptive equipment Knowledge of home health regulations and standards (CMS Conditions of Participation, CDPH, ACHC) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Minimum Qualifications Current, active California Occupational Therapist license in good standing Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an Occupational Therapist, in a home health setting Successful completion of a criminal background check Current CPR/BLS certification Valid California driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and current automobile insurance Proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and mobile documentation tools Why Join HealingHaven? Flexible scheduling with autonomy in the field Exposure to operations, clinical leadership, and agency development Supportive leadership team focused on quality and compliance Mileage Reimbursement #J-18808-Ljbffr