About this role
Talent by Friendly Faces Workforce Solutions, LLC is recruiting on behalf of a home health client. PRN, contract, full-time, and part-time opportunities may be available.
Occupational Therapist (OT) – Home Health
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team in the Houston area. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care to patients experiencing physical, cognitive, developmental, or emotional challenges that impact their ability to perform daily activities. This position offers flexibility with full-time, part-time, permanent, and temporary options available.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate patients' functional abilities, limitations, and needs through comprehensive assessments.
- Develop individualized treatment plans designed to improve patients' independence and quality of life.
- Implement therapeutic interventions focused on activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), cognitive skills, upper extremity function, and adaptive techniques.
- Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs, adaptive equipment, safety strategies, and techniques to maximize independence.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatments, progress notes, and discharge summaries in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Participate in continuing education and professional development activities to remain current with best practices in occupational therapy.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as an Occupational Therapist in Texas (must be obtained prior to employment).
- Previous home health experience preferred but not required; new graduates are welcome to apply.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to establish rapport with patients and families.
Skills:
- Knowledge of rehabilitation principles related to activities of daily living, cognitive function, and adaptive equipment.
- Experience using electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care with a commitment to improving patient outcomes.
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