Occupational Therapist - Home Health - PRN

Make a Difference Where It Matters MOST — at Home!

Calling All Occupational Therapists! Are you ready for a career that makes a lasting impact?

At the Visiting Nurse Association of Hanover & Spring Grove, we believe the best care happens where patients feel most comfortable — at home! We're looking for a compassionate, motivated Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our dedicated Home Health team.

If you're passionate about helping patients regain their independence, improve their quality of life, and achieve meaningful goals, we'd love to meet you!

Bring your skills, your heart, and your passion for helping others to a team where your work truly matters!

Apply today and discover the difference you can make with the VNA!

Job Summary

The Home Health Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing occupational therapy services for patients in their homes to improve functional independence, safety, and quality of life.

The Occupational Therapist works collaboratively with patients, caregivers, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans that address physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and environmental barriers impacting daily living activities.

Hospice therapy may be provided on an as needed basis. The Occupational Therapist provides skilled therapeutic interventions in accordance with physician orders, agency policies, Medicare Conditions of Participation, and state and federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Assessment and Care Planning

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations in the patient's home.
• Assess activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), home safety, cognition, strength, coordination, endurance, vision, and functional mobility.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient goals, physician orders, and clinical findings.
• Establish measurable goals and expected outcomes for therapy services.
• Reassess patient progress andmodifytreatment plans as clinicallyindicated.

Treatment and Intervention

• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions designed to restore, maintain, or improve functional independence.

• Train patients in adaptive techniques for self-care activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and toileting.
• Recommend and educate patients on adaptive equipment, assistive devices, and environmental modifications.
• Implement therapeutic exercises and activities to improve strength, coordination, range of motion, balance, and functional performance.
• Address cognitive, perceptual, sensory, and psychosocial deficitsimpactingdaily functioning.
• Educate patients and caregiversregardingdisease processes, safety precautions, fall prevention, energy conservation, and home exercise programs.

Care Coordination

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to the physician and appropriate team members.
• Contribute to discharge planning and transition of care activities.

Documentation and Compliance

• Complete all documentation accurately and within establishedtimeframes.
• Document evaluations, treatment visits, reassessments, care plans, communication notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries.
• Maintain compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, accreditation standards, agency policies, and payer requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement and performance improvement initiatives.
• Ensure confidentiality and HIPAA compliance at all times.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of occupational therapy principles, practices, and treatment techniques.

• Understanding ofMedicareregulationsand home health reimbursement requirements.
• Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a community-based setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability toestablishpositive relationships with patients, caregivers, physicians, and team members.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiencyin electronic medical record (EMR) systems and basic computer applications.

The above requirements are representative of minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities. To perform this job successfully, the individual will possess the ability and aptitude to perform each duty proficiently

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The physical requirements represent those that an employee must meet to perform this job’s essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions may be available.

• Work is performed primarily in patients’ homes.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned service area. Frequencylocal travel isrequired.
• Ability to lift, transfer, andassistpatientsas necessary.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive movements.
• Ability to safely navigate patient homes with varying environmental conditions.
• Flexible scheduling may berequiredto meet patient care needs.

Education and Other Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program. Bachelors’, Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• Current Occupational Therapist license in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Minimum one year of occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Home health experience preferred.
• Experience working with adult and geriatric populations preferred.
• A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance with acceptable driving history is required.

Core Values

• Integrity: We build trust through responsible actions and honest relationships.
• Respect: We value the potential in each individual and treat all with dignity and compassion.
• Teamwork: We work together without barriers and encourage creativity through empowerment.
• Appreciation: We foster a culture that recognizes and rewards the contributions of each employee.

Additional Information

• REQUIRED CLEARANCES: The following are required at time of hire: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse Clearance and FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. Positions providing direct patient care will also be required every 5 years after date of hire.
• The job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties as assigned might be part of the job.
• This job description does not constitute an employment contract; the employment relationship between VNA of Hanover and Spring Grove and the employee is an at-will relationship.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position, which means the employee’s job performance can affect the safety of the employee and others. Job performance under the influence of alcohol or drugs could lead to physical injury or death to the employee, other employees, or members of the public at large. Therefore, employees must be able to perform the job responsibilities without causing a threat to co-workers, to the workplace, or to the public at large.
• We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, hair type, texture, and protective hairstyles like locs, braids, and twists, or any other status or any other characteristic protected by law.