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VitalCaring Group

Occupational Therapist, OT - Home Health - PRN

Austin, USAOn-sitePosted 1 week ago

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Job type
Part-time
Work mode
On-site
Level
Not listed
Department
Healthcare
Experience
Not listed
Posted
Sep 21, 2026

About the role

Join VitalCaring – Where Your Passion Changes Lives!

Who We Are

At 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.

What You’ll Do

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 Impact

  • Evaluate patients’ functional status, including mobility, strength, coordination, communication, and ability to perform daily activities
  • Assess home environments to identify safety risks and recommend modifications or adaptive equipment
  • Develop individualized treatment plans with clear, measurable goals focused on improving independence and quality of life
  • Provide therapeutic interventions to restore function, including retraining in daily living activities
  • Fabricate splints and train patients in the use of adaptive, prosthetic, and orthotic devices as appropriate
  • Support patients returning to work through functional and work capacity evaluations
  • Educate patients, families, and caregivers on treatment plans, safety, and ongoing care needs
  • Collaborate with the care team to coordinate services and ensure seamless, patient-centered care
  • Participate in discharge planning to support successful transitions and continued progress

Care Coordination & Communication

  • Document patient care accurately and timely within the electronic medical record (EMR)
  • Communicate plans of care with physicians and interdisciplinary team members
  • Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and ongoing clinical collaboration
  • Maintain strong, professional relationships with patients, families, and care team members

Leadership & Oversight

  • Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in accordance with state regulations and company policy
  • When therapy is the sole skilled service, provide oversight of home health aide care as required

What Sets You Apart

  • Strong clinical judgment with a patient-first mindset
  • Ability to build trust and rapport with patients and families in a home setting
  • Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
  • A proactive, compassionate approach aligned with our core values: trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
  • Current registration with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
  • Current state licensure as an Occupational Therapist
  • Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience preferred (home health experience a plus)
  • Current CPR certification
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

Benefits

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Pharmacy benefits Virtual care and mental health support Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) Supplemental health and life insurance

Financial & Protection

401(k) with company match Employee referral program Prepaid legal services Identity theft protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks

Generous paid time off Pet insurance Tuition and continuing education reimbursement