Occupational Therapist OT PRN Home Health

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.
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* Job Description:

**### PRN Occupational Therapist### ### Make a Difference Where It Matters Most — At Home At
** Elara Caring**, we believe the best care happens where patients feel most comfortable — in their homes. Every day, our dedicated team provides high-quality, compassionate care to
** more than 60,000 patients nationwide**, helping them live safely and independently.

As an
** Occupational Therapist**, you’ll play a vital role in helping patients regain independence, improve daily functioning, and achieve meaningful milestones in their recovery. If you're passionate about patient-centered care and want to be part of a mission-driven organization, we invite you to join our team.### PRN Benefits & Perks Even as a PRN team member, you’ll enjoy valuable benefits including:
* ** Flexible scheduling
** that supports your work-life balance
* ** Competitive pay**
* ** Mileage reimbursement
** for travel between patient visits
* ** Free continuing education opportunities
** to support your professional growth
* ** Access to a collaborative, supportive clinical team
*** The opportunity to
** make a meaningful impact in patients’ lives every day
** At Elara Caring, we value the work you do and the impact you make. That’s why we offer:
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** collaborative, supportive clinical environment
*** The opportunity to
** make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives**
* ** Tuition reimbursement
** for full-time staff and
** free continuing education
** opportunities for all employees
* ** Career advancement and leadership opportunities**
* ** Comprehensive benefits
** for eligible employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage
* ** 401(k) with employer match
** for eligible employees
* ** Generous paid time off and paid holidays
** for eligible employees
* ** Family and pet bereavement leave**
* ** Pet insurance**### What You’ll DoAs an Occupational Therapist with Elara Caring, you will:
* Evaluate patients to determine rehabilitation needs and develop individualized
** plans of care
*** Perform
** initial evaluations and ongoing reassessments
** according to OASIS and PPS regulatory guidelines
* Implement and adjust treatment plans to ensure
** quality outcomes and continuity of care
*** Communicate patient progress, significant changes, or concerns to the physician and care team
* Educate patients and caregivers on
** activities of daily living (ADLs)**, adaptive equipment, and home safety
* Assist patients and families in obtaining necessary equipment, including
** custom splint fabrication when appropriate
*** Provide instruction and support for
** home therapy programs
*** Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure the highest quality patient care
* Supervise and provide clinical guidance to
** Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA), Home Health Aides (HHA), and other clinical staff
*** Ensure documentation and care delivery meet
** professional standards and regulatory requirements
** This role involves working in a
** physically active and fast-paced environment**, including patient transfers, lifting, and travel between patient homes.### What You’ll Need
* ** Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program**
* ** Current, unrestricted Occupational Therapist license
** in the state of practice
* Minimum
** 1 year of experience in a clinical care setting
*** Ability and willingness to
** travel within the assigned coverage area (approximately 50%)**
* ** Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
*** Ability to
** lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds**, including patient transfers and equipment movement### Reporting Structure This position reports to the
** Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor, or designee**.### Join Our Mission At Elara Caring, every team member plays a critical role in helping patients live safer,…