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Vestavia Hills, Alabama

Occupational Therapist OT Home Health Bessemer/McCalla/Hueytown

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

Company

Compassus

At Compassus, we know that caring for our teammates is the first step in caring for our patients. We are committed to providing Care for Who You Are and What You Need to balance work and life including flexible scheduling, a supportive family-focused culture and first-class compensation and benefits.

  • This position will be seeing patients in the Bessemer, McCalla, Hueytown areas.
  • Your position perks as a Home Health Occupational Therapist
  • Competitive pay
  • Flexibility
  • Health, dental, vision for part & full-time positions
  • Wellness reimbursements for physicals and gym memberships
  • Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans (HSA w/company contributions)
  • Generous Paid Time Off plan that increases with tenure
  • 401(k) with company matching contributions
  • Free Continuing Education Units
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
  • Company paid parental leave with tenure for birth, adoption, and foster parents
  • Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, and accident insurance
  • Employee Assistance program
  • Local and national award programs
  • Referral bonus program
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Corporate discount program w/access to >300,000 businesses
  • Company assistance program supporting teammates in times of need

How you’ll make an impact as a Home Health Occupational Therapist

Work one-on-one with patients when and where they need the most help – in their home!

Empower patients to live safely and productively in their home and complete the tasks they want to do and need to do every day

Help patients and families adapt their environment, modify tasks, and use equipment to improve participation in daily activities and improve quality of life

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
  • Current State License as an Occupational Therapist
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Current CPR, negative TB screen and Hepatitis consent/declination
  • Two years’ experience as an Occupational Therapist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting

Knowledge and Skills

  • Therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of durable medical equipment

Care for Who I Am is Caring for Who We Are. Together We Are:

Welcoming everyone. Empowering belonging. Allying for inclusivity. Removing barriers. Engaging community.

  • WE ARE fostering an inclusive environment where every teammate matters and can be their best selves.
  • WE ARE becoming a reflection of our patients, families, and partners.
  • WE ARE transforming care at home for every community serve.
  • Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus

At Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others.

Your Career Journey Matters

We’re dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you’re pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.

The Compassus Advantage

  • Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
  • Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
  • Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
  • Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
  • Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
  • A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Ready to Join?

At Compassus, your career is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will provide one-on-one care to patients in their homes to help them live safely and productively. They will assist patients and families in adapting environments and modifying daily tasks to improve overall quality of life.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy and a current state license. A minimum of two years of experience in an acute care or rehabilitation setting is required.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Home health carePatient assessmentCare planningPatient educationEnvironment modificationTask modificationClinical documentation

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 50% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Alabama?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedOccupational Therapy median $93k (middle half $85k–$104k)209 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingAlabama index 88.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Alabama53 active9,004 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 8% remote · 50% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS Occupational Therapist listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Occupational Therapy listings3,162 in the last 30 days1,579 the 30 days before (+100%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+4.3% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

32 jobs · 29 employers
14
<$105k
6
$105k-125k
7
$125k-145k
5
$145k-165k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

31 jobs · 29 employers
401k / retirement match
97% this job
CME allowance
55% this job
Sign-on bonus
23%
Loan repayment
19%
PSLF eligible
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

21st Century Home Health Services · Galt, California

$130k-$160k
#2

Occupational Therapist, OT, Flexible Schedule, Home HealthContract

Concierge Home Care · Melbourne, Florida

$70-$75/hr
#3

School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

$67-$73/hr
#4

Occupational Therapist, OT

$62-$72/hr
+ 37 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,973 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Compassus

Hospitals and Health Care
Brentwood, TN
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay
Flexibility
Health, dental, vision for part & full-time positions
Wellness reimbursements
Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans
Generous Paid Time Off plan
401(k) with company matching contributions
Free Continuing Education Units

Living in Vestavia Hills

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$460k
Typical market rent
$1,953/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.