Occupational Therapist OT Home Health | $7,500 Sign-On Bonus

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description

Occupational Therapist (Full-Time) Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM At Elara Caring, we believe the best care happens where patients feel most comfortable—at home. Each day, our clinicians provide compassionate, high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients nationwide, meeting them wherever they are on their health journey. As a full-time Occupational Therapist, you’ll enjoy a consistent weekday schedule while helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life in the comfort of their homes. You’ll be supported by a collaborative, mission-driven team that values clinical excellence, autonomy, and work-life balance. To continue delivering industry-leading home-based care, we’re seeking an Occupational Therapist who is compassionate, motivated, and committed to exceptional patient outcomes. Why Join Elara Caring? Full-time weekday schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Supportive and collaborative clinical team environment Competitive compensation package Tuition reimbursement for full-time employees Continuing education opportunities at no cost Career growth and advancement opportunities Comprehensive benefits, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Paid time off and paid holidays Family and pet bereavement leave Pet insurance What You’ll Do Evaluate patients to identify occupational therapy needs and develop individualized Plans of Care Complete initial evaluations, reassessments, and follow-up visits in compliance with OASIS and PPS guidelines Implement and revise Plans of Care to ensure quality, continuity, and effective discharge planning Communicate significant findings and changes in patient condition to physicians and interdisciplinary team members Provide occupational therapy services in accordance with physician orders and accepted standards of practice Instruct patients and caregivers in activities of daily living, adaptive equipment use, sensory integration, and fine motor coordination Assist patients and caregivers in obtaining necessary equipment, including fabrication of custom splints when appropriate Educate patients and families on home therapy programs and modify plans as needed Supervise and provide clinical direction to COTAs, HHAs, and clinical staff to ensure high-quality care delivery Promote patient safety using family and community resources Physical & Work Requirements Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently Ability to lift and transfer 50–100 pounds Willingness to travel within the assigned coverage area (up to 50%) Home-based, physically active work environment May include occasional irregular hours or call coverage, as applicable What We’re Looking For Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program Current, unrestricted OT license in the state of practice Minimum one (1) year of experience in a clinical care setting Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance Ability and willingness to travel within the branch coverage area You will report to the Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor, or designee and be supported by experienced leadership. 👉 Apply today and build a fulfilling full-time career with Elara Caring—where your work truly makes a difference. Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com. Pay & Benefit Information: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at EVerify: Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed. Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.