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-timeEnglewood • Florida • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient assessment, treatment program design, and collaboration with healthcare teams to enhance patient functional status. Proficient in using adaptive equipment and providing health education while maintaining compliance with occupational therapy regulations.

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Occupational Therapy LicensePatient AssessmentTreatment Program DesignBLS CertificationOccupational Therapy Experience

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Hard Skills

Functional Status AssessmentHome Environment EvaluationSplint FabricationProsthetic Device TrainingClinical Record Maintenance

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Occupational Therapy LicenseBLS CertificationNational Registration Examination Registration

Industry Keywords

Patient Care PlansHealth EducationAdaptive EquipmentCertified Occupational Therapy Assistants SupervisionHome Visit Accessibility

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 and identify necessary equipment
Collaborate on 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 affected by 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 changes in patient condition to physicians
Participate in in-services, case conferences, and meetings
Provide health education to patients and families or caregivers with physicians and discharge planners
Identify needs for additional services and make appropriate referrals
Confirm daily visit schedules
Supervise Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants according to agency policies and state regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current state-specific occupational therapist license
Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program recognized by the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association
Registration with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association
Valid BLS certification
Minimum two years of occupational therapy experience
Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills
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 walk, stand, stoop, and occasionally lift or turn patients

Benefits

Comp & perks

Personalized, one-on-one care helping patients heal and regain independence in their homes
Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) supporting licensure and career advancement
Employee referral program with rewards
Flexible scheduling
Supportive and collaborative culture
Growth and stability with Florida’s largest home health agency
USA Today Top Workplace recognition