Occupational Therapist- Home Health Care
Compensation
Pay not listed
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the pay range, the work setting, call expectations and time off.
Job Description
Company Description
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world.
We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail.
With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations.
Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.
Job Description
- Occupational Therapist - Home Health Care - 40 Hours per week
- $10,000 Sign on Bonus
Eligible for Full-Time Benefits
The position will be in the Territory of Northern Oakland County The cities will include but are not limited to:
NORTH Clarkston, NORTH Commerce Twp, NORTH Farmington, NORTH Farmington Hills, NORTH Milford, NORTH Novi, NORTH Orchard Lake, NORTH Sylvan Lake NORTH Walled Lake, NORTH Waterford, NORTH West Bloomfield, NORTH White Lake, NORTH Wixom
About the Department
As part of Henry Ford Health's Community Care Services, our team is dedicated to expanding access to care through community-based programs. We focus on meeting patients where they are, connecting them with essential health resources, support services, and care coordination. Our home health care and hospice services make a meaningful impact across diverse populations, ensuring that every individual receives the care they need in the comfort of their own environment.
Role Overview
As an Occupational Therapist, you will play a vital role in providing patient-centered care by performing evaluations and treatments under the supervision of the site Team Leader or Supervisor. You will support patients, physicians, and coworkers by ensuring effective communication and accurate documentation, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for those in our care.
Why Henry Ford Health
At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.
What You Will Do
- Perform OT evaluations and treatment for patients as appropriate.
- Communicate effectively with patients, coworkers, physicians, and other system employees regarding patient care needs.
- Document all aspects of patient care accurately and thoroughly.
- Supervise and delegate tasks to Occupational Therapy Assistants and techs as appropriate.
- Complete necessary and accurate patient billing information.
What We Offer
Join a team where you can grow your career, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and engage in mission-driven work that makes a real difference. We provide opportunities for continuous learning and development, empowering you to excel in your role and contribute to our shared success.
Join Our Team
Ready to make a meaningful impact? Apply now to join Henry Ford Health as an Occupational Therapist and be part of a team that¿s transforming healthcare.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Current State of Michigan Registration.
- National board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy
Job Type: Full Time
Key Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapist will perform patient evaluations and treatments while ensuring accurate documentation and effective communication with the care team. They are also responsible for supervising Occupational Therapy Assistants and techs to maintain high standards of patient care.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Michigan, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (105 salary observations; 757 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,812 salary observations; 26,149 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Occupational Therapy median $89k (middle half $75k–$104k)163 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Michigan vs national | $89k median in Michigan | $97k nationally (−8%)105 state / 6,812 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Michigan index 96.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Michigan | 304 active | 9,298 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 38% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Top Occupational Therapist Jobs
42 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution
37 jobs · 33 employersAnnual compensation range
Benefits & Perks
37 jobs · 33 employersShare of similar jobs offering each benefit
School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)
Strides Therapy and Educational Services · Baltimore, Maryland
Occupational Therapist
Infinity Rehab · Berkeley, California
School-Based Occupational Therapist
$50-$70/hrOccupational Therapist Matawan NJ
$140k