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Job description
Join VitalCaring – Where Your Passion Changes Lives!
Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health
Field-Based | Patient-Centered Care
VitalCaring Home Health - Ocala Branch Service area
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
All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.
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Worksite address
ocala, FL, 34475, US
Who can apply
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