Occupational Therapist Home Health Lake County IL

Licensed Occupational Therapist

Reliable Home Care Providers, Inc. is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide skilled occupational therapy services to patients in their homes throughout Lake County, Illinois. This part-time, field-based position is well suited for a clinician who values scheduling flexibility, professional autonomy, and the opportunity to build a caseload gradually with the support of an experienced and responsive administrative team.

The Occupational Therapist will work with a diverse adult and geriatric patient population, delivering patient-centered care focused on improving functional independence, safety, and overall quality of life.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide direct, skilled occupational therapy services in patients' homes
• Conduct initial evaluations, reassessments, and ongoing therapy visits
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care with measurable, patient-centered goals
• Deliver therapeutic interventions aimed at improving functional independence and safety
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, interdisciplinary clinicians, and family caregivers to ensure continuity of care
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with state and federal requirements
• Utilize the electronic medical record system (WellSky Home Health) for documentation and care coordination

Required Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapist license in the State of Illinois
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accountability and professional standards
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and active auto insurance

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of home health or community-based therapy experience (preferred, not required)
• Familiarity with home health documentation standards
• Experience using electronic medical record systems, including WellSky Home Health

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid major commercial medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Flexible scheduling based on your availability
• Opportunity to grow your patient caseload at your own pace
• Supportive administrative staff and responsive clinical leadership
• Competitive per-visit compensation
• Mileage reimbursement
• Bi-weekly pay