Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We're dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Agency: Baptist Health Home Care Kentucky Work Schedule: Monday–Friday (5 days/week) Territory: Lexington, Salvisa, Lawrenceburg, Sadieville, Frankfort, KY Sign-On Bonus: $5,000

Make a Difference Every Day

As an Occupational Therapist (OT), you will play a vital role in helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life in the comfort of their homes.

You will be part of a collaborative interdisciplinary care team focused on delivering compassionate, high-quality care and achieving positive patient outcomes. This role offers the unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and their families while supporting recovery in a real-world environment.

What We Offer

We support our clinicians with competitive compensation, flexibility, and strong organizational support.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive guaranteed base salary
• Uncapped bonus opportunities
• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling
• Supportive team for scheduling and patient admissions
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (eligible employees)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapist provides skilled therapy services in patients' homes under physician orders. This role is responsible for evaluating patient needs, developing individualized treatment plans, implementing therapeutic interventions, and ensuring safe, effective, and compliant care delivery.

The OT also educates patients and caregivers, supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), and ensures all documentation meets agency and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Treatment Planning

• Provide skilled occupational therapy services according to the physician's plan of care.
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans based on patient progress and changing needs.
• Observe, document, and report patient responses, changes, and outcomes to the physician and care team.
• Evaluate patients using appropriate diagnostic and prognostic methods.

Patient Outcomes & Rehabilitation

• Use therapeutic activities and home exercise programs to improve strength, coordination, range of motion, and functional independence.
• Support recovery through progressive exercise and functional activity training.
• Help reduce hospital readmissions through patient education and preventive care strategies.

Patient & Family Education

• Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, and self-management strategies.
• Instruct on the safe and proper use of adaptive equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, canes, braces, crutches, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• Provide counseling and guidance throughout the rehabilitation process.

Supervision & Collaboration

• Supervise and support COTA-provided patient care.
• Communicate regularly with COTAs regarding supervisory visits and patient progress.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies and Medicare/Federal guidelines.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable regulations, procedures, and scope of practice standards.
• Communicate scheduling or availability changes with appropriate staff.

Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in in-service training and mandatory agency meetings.
• Maintain active licensure and professional competency.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Current Occupational Therapist (OT) license in the state of employment.
• Minimum one (1) year of OT experience in an acute care setting.
• Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance (listed as a driver).
• Ability to meet the physical demands of home health care.

Preferred

• Previous home health experience.

Skills & Attributes

• Compassionate and patient-centered communicator
• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
• Detail-oriented and highly observant
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to work independently in a home health environment
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor
• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams

Join Our Team

If you're passionate about helping patients regain independence and thrive in their daily lives, we invite you to apply and become part of a team committed to compassionate, high-quality home health care.

We are proud to be part of the Alternate Solutions Health Network family.