Home Health Occupational Therapist

Optimal Care, Inc

$84K — $89K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (ACOTE accredited)
  • Current state license as an Occupational Therapist
  • Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist
  • Reliable transportation with valid driver's license and automobile insurance
  • Willingness to travel daily for home visits within service area

Responsibilities

  • Provide one-on-one therapy to patients in their homes
  • Assess patients' functional abilities and needs
  • Design personalized treatment plans based on individual goals
  • Develop adaptive strategies to enhance patients' independence and safety
  • Educate patients and families on therapy processes and techniques
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team for comprehensive support
  • Encourage and support patients towards confidence in daily activities

Benefits

  • Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
  • Company paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Mileage Reimbursement and Company Vehicle Program
  • Pet Insurance and ID/Fraud Protection
Full Job Description
About the Role

Help patients regain independence and return to the daily activities that bring meaning to their lives. As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you'll work one-on-one with patients in their homes, using creativity, clinical expertise, and problem-solving to help them rebuild the skills needed for everyday living. From dressing and bathing to cooking, managing routines, and engaging in meaningful activities, you'll guide patients as they rediscover their ability to live safely and independently.

This role is ideal for a licensed Occupational Therapist who thrives in a flexible, patient-centered environment and enjoys tailoring care to each individual's unique goals and home setting. You'll assess functional abilities, design personalized treatment plans, and develop adaptive strategies and solutions that support independence and safety. Working closely with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary care team, you'll provide education, hands-on training, and encouragement as patients progress toward greater confidence and independence in their daily lives.

Location
  • Office Location:1919 E. 52nd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205 Main Service Area Options:
    • Southpoint and Greenwood, lower Marion County and top of Johnson County
    • This role is a high travel position and requires daily travel within the service area to provide care to patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes

Hours
  • Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Weekend On-Call Rotation

Required Qualification
  • Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (ACOTE accredited)
  • Current state license as an Occupational Therapist
  • Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist
  • Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and valid automobile insurance coverage
  • Willingness to travel daily for home visits within service area

Preferred Qualifications
  • Home health experience
  • Experience with adaptive equipment and home modifications
  • Knowledge of Medicare home health documentation

Essential Skills and Competencies
  • Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning abilities
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and home health regulations
  • Excellent problem-solving and creative thinking skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication abilities
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Comfort working in varied home environments
  • Interpersonal skills for professional interaction with patients, families, and teams


Pay Range

$84,000-$89,000 USD

How We Care for You
  • Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
  • Company paid Short Term Disability
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Company Vehicle Program for field roles
  • Pet Insurance
  • ID and Fraud Protection
  • And more...

Background Screening

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Screening is completed by a third-party administrator, the Michigan Long-Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Reasonable Accommodations

We offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive. Please reach out to us if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation.

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