Occupational Therapist, Home Health

Pinnacle Home Care

. Assess patients’ functional status, including muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, communication skills, self-care, and work capacity .

Posted 9/22/2026part-timeVenice • Florida • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in assessing patients' functional status and developing comprehensive care plans, while effectively communicating with physicians and team members. Proficient in training patients in daily activities and the use of adaptive equipment, ensuring a focus on improving independence and quality of life.

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Occupational Therapy LicenseHome Health ExperienceBLS CertificationPatient AssessmentCare Plan Development

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Hard Skills

Functional Status AssessmentTreatment Program DesignAdaptive Equipment InstructionProsthetic Device TrainingClinical Record Maintenance

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Occupational Therapy LicenseBLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Home HealthPatient CareFunctional ImprovementPatient EducationCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant Supervision

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess patients’ functional status, including muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, communication skills, self-care, and work capacity
Evaluate home environments for hazards or barriers to independent living and identify necessary equipment
Collaborate in developing comprehensive care plans
Design treatment programs with functional improvement goals and communicate plans to physicians and team members
Teach or retrain patients in daily activities lost due to illness or injury
Fabricate splints and instruct patients in adaptive equipment use
Train patients in the use of prosthetic and orthotic devices
Maintain accurate clinical records and report patient-condition changes to physicians
Participate in in-services, case conferences, and team meetings
Provide health education to patients and families/caregivers with physicians and discharge planners
Identify needs for additional services and make appropriate referrals
Confirm daily visit schedules for coordination with other staff
Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants according to agency policies and state regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have a current OT license (state-specific)
Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program recognized by the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association
Registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association
Valid BLS certification
Minimum two years of OT experience; home health experience preferred
Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills
Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable and insured vehicle
Ability to visit homes that may not be wheelchair accessible
Sufficient hearing, eyesight, and dexterity to perform physical assessments and demonstrate care techniques
Ability to engage in walking, standing, stooping, and occasional lifting or turning of patients

Benefits

Comp & perks

Personalized, one-on-one care
Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to support licensure and career advancement
Employee referral program with rewards
Flexible scheduling
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Growth and stability with an established home health agency
Equal opportunity and inclusive work environment