Community-Based Occupational Therapist; OT - East Region

The Care Company is a home health care organization committed to helping individuals live safely and independently  work closely with hospitals, community partners, and interdisciplinary teams to support timely transitions from hospital to home and reduce avoidable readmissions.

We are expanding a specialized community-based program supporting adults with complex medical and functional needs following hospital discharge.

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide in-home occupational therapy services across the Central East region.

This role is well suited for clinicians who are comfortable working in fast-paced, medically complex environments, value autonomy, and are experienced in hospital-to-home transitions.

Referral volume may fluctuate, and services are delivered within assigned geographic zones. Scheduling and coordination are managed centrally to support clinical efficiency and sustainability.

The Occupational Therapist will:

• Complete initial in-home occupational therapy assessments following hospital discharge or referral

• Assess functional mobility, ADLs/IADLs, cognition, home safety, and environmental risks

• Develop and implement individualized care and treatment plans

• Provide education and coaching to patients and caregivers on functional strategies, fall prevention, and safety

• Recommend, trial, and support access to assistive devices and home

modifications, including ADP where applicable

• Deliver focused follow-up visits to support goal progression

• Document assessments, progress notes, and care plans in a clear, timely, and clinically compliant manner

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team including nurses, PSWs, and care coordinators

• Communicate changes in patient status to the care coordination team promptly

Requirements

· Community-based practice within assigned geographic zones

· Flexible availability based on patient flow and clinical need

· Timely service initiation following referral

· Visits scheduled to minimize unnecessary travel

· No fixed clinic hours

· Registered Occupational Therapist in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)

· Experience in home and community care or hospital discharge planning

· Strong functional assessment and safety evaluation skills

· Ability to work independently in the community

· Reliable transportation within assigned region

· Strong electronic documentation skills

· Experience supporting medically complex or chronically ill adults

· ADP Authorizer status

· Experience collaborating with hospital teams or community care coordinators

Benefits

Compensation:

• $100–$120
• For initial assessment
  * based on experience and ADP Authorizer designation*
• $70
• per 30-minute Follow-Up visit
• $50
• per 15-minute Follow-Up visit

Other Benefits:

• PPE provided
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional development and program growth
• Employee Recognition Program
• Health and Wellness Program
• Staff & service provider events
• Opportunity for Group Health and Dental Benefits

· Meaningful work supporting safe hospital-to-home transitions

· Flexible, community-based practice

· Strong interdisciplinary collaboration

· Centralized coordination and clinical support

· Opportunity to contribute to a growing, high-impact program