Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Medical Temporaries, Inc. is currently seeking an experienced ***Occupational Therapist***

This is a Part-Time / Direct Hire position (with possibility of Full-Time hours) serving patients throughout Norfolk and Chesapeake, VA, with future opportunities to support patients in Portsmouth and Suffolk as services continue to expand.

Our client is a locally owned and operated home health agency that has proudly served the Hampton Roads community since 2009. With a strong reputation for patient-centered care, quality clinical services, and long-standing referral relationships, they are seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their growing team.

Responsibilities:

A Day in the Life of an Occupational Therapist:

As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide skilled home health services to patients in their homes, helping them achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life. This role requires a self-motivated clinician who is comfortable working independently, managing their own schedule, and maintaining consistent communication with patients, families, physicians, and the clinical team.

Duties:

• Perform initial Occupational Therapy evaluations in accordance with physician orders
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to patients in their homes
• Complete routine follow-up visits and reassessments
• Perform discharge evaluations and documentation
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the agency's EMR system
• Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members
• Coordinate visit schedules with patients and families
• Ensure compliance with all agency policies, Medicare guidelines, and physician orders
• Maintain patient safety and report any concerns regarding home environments or patient care
• Participate in orientation, meetings, and training as needed

Requirements for the Occupational Therapist:

Required: Current Occupational Therapist license in the Commonwealth of Virginia

Required: Minimum of one year of Occupational Therapy experience

Required: Home Health experience strongly preferred

Required: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Required: Excellent time management and organizational skills

Required: Strong verbal and written communication skills

Required: Reliable transportation and valid driver's license

Required: Ability to manage patient scheduling and adapt to changing patient needs

Required: Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills

Required: Ability to pass background screening and drug screening

Required: Commitment to providing exceptional patient-centered care

Preferred Qualifications for the Occupational Therapist:

Preferred: Previous Home Health Occupational Therapy experience

Preferred: Experience utilizing electronic medical record systems

Preferred: Experience working with adult and geriatric populations

Preferred: Candidates seeking a long-term opportunity with a growing organization

Compensation & Benefits:

$85.00 per Evaluation Visit 

$65.00 per Routine Visit

$40.00 per Non-Discipline Discharge Visit

$15.00 per hour for orientation, training, and administrative activities

$4.00 flat-rate mileage reimbursement between patient visits

Direct Hire/permanent role (this is not a contract opportunity)

401K option 

Why Join This Team?

Established in 2009, this agency has built a strong reputation throughout Hampton Roads by prioritizing quality patient care, professionalism, and exceptional customer service. Unlike large corporate healthcare chains, this locally owned organization offers a collaborative environment where clinicians are valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

The clinical team is highly supportive, communication is encouraged, and therapists are given the autonomy needed to effectively manage their caseload while receiving the support necessary to succeed.

We'd love for you to join their team!

About Us:

Medical Temporaries is sincere in its efforts to provide quality medical care to the community. We are interested in healthcare workers who have a passion for helping others and are able to provide compassionate care and services to those who need it. We build a bridge to help you reach your career goals. Many of the area's premier medical facilities partner with Medical Temporaries to handle the recruiting and hiring for their facilities. With more than 32 years of experience staffing the medical community, we have the relationships and resources available to get your foot in the door in a timely manner. We work diligently to ensure the job is a good fit for everyone. Your Success is Our Success.

For more information about our company and current opportunities, visit

Medical Temporaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

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