Job Overview
HealingHaven Home Healthcare is a home health agency committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care. We are seeking a dedicated Home Health Occupational Therapist to join our growing clinical team and help patients maximize independence, safety, and functional outcomes.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions
Clinical Care & Assessment
- Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and reassessments, documenting findings accurately and within required timeframes
- Obtain and document pertinent medical, functional, and psychosocial history from patients, families, and/or caregivers
- Conduct home safety and environmental assessments and implement interventions to reduce fall risk and improve safety
- Evaluate patient performance in ADLs and iADLs and incorporate findings into treatment planning
- Complete OASIS assessments accurately and submit within 48 hours of the OASIS visit
Plan of Care & Treatment
- Develop, implement, and revise individualized Occupational Therapy Plans of Care based on patient needs and physician orders
- Submit Plans of Care and recommendations to the physician for review, approval, and ongoing coordination
- Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to improve functional independence, safety, strength, and cognitive performance
- Establish measurable OT goals based on patient function and rehabilitation potential
Communication & Coordination
- Maintain effective communication with patients and families regarding treatment goals, progress, and outcomes
- Communicate with physicians verbally and/or in writing regarding patient status, treatment recommendations, and therapy effectiveness
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services, including participation in case conferences as scheduled or triggered by clinical events
Supervision & Compliance
- Develop and implement the Plan of Care when OT is the only skilled discipline ordered
- Supervise HHAs in accordance with federal and state regulations when OT is the primary discipline
- Participate in Clinical Record Reviews (CRR) in collaboration with leadership as required
Quality Improvement & Professional Development
- Participate in Performance Improvement (PI/QAPI) activities, committees, and initiatives as assigned
- Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, in-services, case conferences, and required trainings
- Maintain current professional licensure and pursue continuing education to enhance clinical competence and patient outcomes
Skills & Attributes
- Strong clinical skills in ADL/iADL training, functional mobility, safety interventions, and adaptive equipment
- Knowledge of home health regulations and standards (CMS Conditions of Participation, CDPH, ACHC)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Minimum Qualifications
- Current, active California Occupational Therapist license in good standing
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an Occupational Therapist, in a home health setting
- Successful completion of a criminal background check
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Valid California driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and current automobile insurance
- Proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and mobile documentation tools
Why Join HealingHaven?
- Flexible scheduling with autonomy in the field
- Exposure to operations, clinical leadership, and agency development
- Supportive leadership team focused on quality and compliance
- Mileage Reimbursement