Occupational Therapist, OT - Home Health

Occupational Therapist, OT - Home HealthPort Charlotte, Florida, United StatesJoin VitalCaring – Where Your Passion Changes Lives!Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home HealthFull-Time | Field-Based | Patient-Centered CareAt VitalCaring, we're more than a home health and hospice provider - we're a family that supports, inspires, and uplifts both our patients and our 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.As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you will play a critical role in helping patients regain independence, improve daily function, and safely navigate life at home. You'll partner closely with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver personalized, high-impact care.Patient Care & Clinical ImpactEvaluate patients' functional status, including mobility, strength, coordination, communication, and ability to perform daily activitiesAssess home environments to identify safety risks and recommend modifications or adaptive equipmentDevelop individualized treatment plans with clear, measurable goals focused on improving independence and quality of lifeProvide therapeutic interventions to restore function, including retraining in daily living activitiesFabricate splints and train patients in the use of adaptive, prosthetic, and orthotic devices as appropriateSupport patients returning to work through functional and work capacity evaluationsEducate patients, families, and caregivers on treatment plans, safety, and ongoing care needsCollaborate with the care team to coordinate services and ensure seamless, patient-centered careParticipate in discharge planning to support successful transitions and continued progressCare Coordination & CommunicationDocument patient care accurately and timely within the electronic medical record (EMR)Communicate plans of care with physicians and interdisciplinary team membersParticipate in case conferences, team meetings, and ongoing clinical collaborationMaintain strong, professional relationships with patients, families, and care team membersLeadership & OversightSupervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in accordance with state regulations and company policyWhen therapy is the sole skilled service, provide oversight of home health aide care as requiredWhat Sets You ApartStrong clinical judgment with a patient-first mindsetAbility to build trust and rapport with patients and families in a home settingExcellent communication, organization, and time management skillsA proactive, compassionate approach aligned with our core values: trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and calledRequirementsGraduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy programCurrent registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)Current state licensure as an Occupational TherapistMinimum of one (1) year of clinical experience preferred (home health experience a plus)Current CPR certificationValid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insuranceBenefitsHealth & WellnessMedical, Dental, and Vision coveragePharmacy benefitsVirtual care and mental health supportFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)Supplemental health and life insuranceFinancial & Protection401(k) with company matchEmployee referral programPrepaid legal servicesIdentity theft protectionWork-Life Balance & PerksGenerous paid time offPet insuranceTuition and continuing education reimbursementAll employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.