Occupational Therapist Home Health | Huntersville, North Carolina

Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care as a Home Health Occupational Therapist, providing essential therapy services directly in client residences. This role is a 13-week contract opportunity structured to support both patient progress and professional fulfillment.

Schedule:

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Key Qualifications:

• Active Occupational Therapist (OT) license in good standing for the state of practice
• At least one year of recent home health OT experience (field experience preferred)
• Previous experience using Home Care Home Base (HCHB) strongly preferred
• Familiarity with OASIS assessment and documentation
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance
• Ability to work independently and maintain an organized, field-based caseload
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and time management skills

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive evaluations and OASIS assessments as needed for start of care, resumption, recertification, and discharge
• Develop individualized care plans addressing ADLs, upper extremity function, cognition, and home safety
• Deliver therapeutic interventions including self-care training, adaptive equipment instruction, energy conservation, and environmental modifications
• Recommend and assist clients in acquiring necessary durable medical equipment (DME)
• Update care plans and communicate patient progress to physicians and the interdisciplinary care team
• Educate patients and caregivers on optimizing independence, fall prevention, and use of adaptive strategies
• Ensure timely, accurate documentation within HCHB
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary meetings, case conferences, and ongoing professional development
• Adhere to all regulatory and agency standards, including Medicare guidelines

Benefits:

• Weekly pay structure
• Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement planning options
• 24/7 support hotline for clinicians
• Reimbursement for mileage
• Potential for contract extensions or renewals

Make a direct impact on patient independence and well-being. If you’re an Occupational Therapist seeking meaningful field-based work, apply today to advance your practice and support patient success.

$1,538 - $1,627/Week Estimated weekly earnings represent hourly wages, based on 40 hours per week, and expense reimbursement for eligible candidates. The actual amount may vary based on hours worked, eligibility for reimbursements, and seasonal adjustments.

Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.