Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Position Summary & Role Requirements (California)

Client: Home Health Agency

Setting: Home Health (field-based; patient visits in the home/community)

Service Area: Greater Sacramento region

Schedule: Full-time or near full-time; primarily weekday daytime with flexibility for patient needs

On-Call/Weekends: No on-call or weekend rotation for therapy clinicians

Documentation System: Finale EMR (mobile point-of-care documentation)

Position Details

Department : Rehabilitation Services

Reports To Director of Rehabilitation / Therapy Manager

FLSA Status (typical) Exempt (Professional) determined by employer based on duties and applicable law

Employment Status : Full-time or near full-time (based on patient census)

Location : Home Health field-based (patient homes) Greater Sacramento California

Schedule: Primarily weekday daytime with flexibility to meet patient needs

Travel: Frequent local travel within the Greater Sacramento service area (driving required)

Position Overview

The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides skilled occupational therapy services to patients in their homes helping them maximize functional independence and safety in daily alignment with the agencys mission to deliver high-quality home health services regardless of socioeconomic status the OT delivers patient-centered care that brings the care patients deserve without going far.

The OT collaborates with nursing and the interdisciplinary team to deliver effective plans of care support positive patient outcomes and ensure timely documentation in Finale EMR.

About the Home Health Agency

This nurse practitionerowned and operated home health agency was established in 2017 to help patients recover improve function and live independently and well at home. The agency delivers compassionate high-quality patient-centered services across the Greater Sacramento region.

Patient satisfaction is a core goal supported by after-hours clinical triage for patient concerns. Therapy clinicians are not scheduled for on-call or weekend rotations.

Mission: Provide the best quality home health services to all clients regardless of socioeconomic status.

Vision: Foster care that extends beyond the local community and promotes health and wellness across all ages even through life challenges.

Work Setting & Schedule (Home Health)

Work Setting: Home Health (field-based; patient visits in the home/community)

Schedule: Full-time or near full-time based on patient census; primarily weekday daytime with flexibility to meet patient needs

Travel: Frequent local travel required within the Greater Sacramento service area

Service Area: Greater Sacramento region (Sacramento County and surrounding communities)

Productivity/Caseload: Visit expectations are based on patient acuity payer requirements and agency standards; reviewed during onboarding

Mileage/Drive Time: Mileage reimbursement and drive-time practices provided per agency policy

On-Call/Weekends: No on-call or weekend rotation for therapy clinicians; after-hours patient triage available

Primary Responsibilities

Complete in-home occupational therapy evaluations (ADLs/IADLs functional mobility home safety cognition/perception equipment needs) and establish measurable goals

Develop implement and update plans of care consistent with physician orders payer requirements and patient-centered goals

Provide skilled OT interventions in the home (ADL training fall prevention fine motor skills energy conservation cognitive strategies adaptive equipment recommendations)

Educate patients and caregivers on home programs safe techniques and equipment use

Assess home environments and recommend modifications DME and community resources

Collaborate with nursing PT SLP physicians and the interdisciplinary team

Perform reassessments and adjust plans of care as needed

Identify clinical red flags and communicate changes promptly per agency protocol

Complete timely and accurate documentation in Finale EMR

Supervise COTAs and support personnel as permitted by California law and agency policy

Manage field schedule caseload priorities and visit coordination

Licensure & Credential Requirements

Active California Occupational Therapist license in good standing

Maintain required continuing education and competencies

Current BLS/CPR certification (or obtained within 30 days)

Qualifications

Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program

Home health experience preferred; strong independent clinical reasoning

Strong documentation and communication skills

Proficiency with mobile documentation systems

Valid California drivers license and reliable transportation

Familiarity with Medicare home health documentation preferred

Finale EMR or similar home health EMR experience preferred

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Position Summary & Role Requirements (California)

Client: Home Health Agency
Setting: Home Health (field-based; patient visits in the home/community)
Service Area: Greater Sacramento region
Schedule: Full-time or near full-time; primarily weekday daytime with flexibility for patient needs
On-Call/Weekends: No on-call or weekend rotation for therapy clinicians
Documentation System: Finale EMR (mobile point-of-care documentation)

Position Details

ItemDescriptionPosition TitleOccupational Therapist (OT)DepartmentRehabilitation ServicesReports ToDirector of Rehabilitation / Therapy ManagerFLSA Status (typical)Exempt (Professional) determined by employer based on duties and applicable lawEmployment StatusFull-time or near full-time (based on patient census)LocationHome Health field-based (patient homes) Greater Sacramento CaliforniaSchedulePrimarily weekday daytime with flexibility to meet patient needsTravelFrequent local travel within the Greater Sacramento service area (driving required)Pay Range (CA pay transparency)To be included in job postings as applicable (TBD)Effective Date

Position Overview

The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides skilled occupational therapy services to patients in their homes helping them maximize functional independence and safety in daily alignment with the agencys mission to deliver high-quality home health services regardless of socioeconomic status the OT delivers patient-centered care that brings the care patients deserve without going far.

The OT collaborates with nursing and the interdisciplinary team to deliver effective plans of care support positive patient outcomes and ensure timely documentation in Finale EMR.

About the Home Health Agency

This nurse practitionerowned and operated home health agency was established in 2017 to help patients recover improve function and live independently and well at home. The agency delivers compassionate high-quality patient-centered services across the Greater Sacramento region.

Patient satisfaction is a core goal supported by after-hours clinical triage for patient concerns. Therapy clinicians are not scheduled for on-call or weekend rotations.

Mission: Provide the best quality home health services to all clients regardless of socioeconomic status.
Vision: Foster care that extends beyond the local community and promotes health and wellness across all ages even through life challenges.

Work Setting & Schedule (Home Health)

Work Setting: Home Health (field-based; patient visits in the home/community)
Schedule: Full-time or near full-time based on patient census; primarily weekday daytime with flexibility to meet patient needs
Travel: Frequent local travel required within the Greater Sacramento service area
Service Area: Greater Sacramento region (Sacramento County and surrounding communities)
Productivity/Caseload: Visit expectations are based on patient acuity payer requirements and agency standards; reviewed during onboarding
Mileage/Drive Time: Mileage reimbursement and drive-time practices provided per agency policy
On-Call/Weekends: No on-call or weekend rotation for therapy clinicians; after-hours patient triage available

Primary Responsibilities

Complete in-home occupational therapy evaluations (ADLs/IADLs functional mobility home safety cognition/perception equipment needs) and establish measurable goals
Develop implement and update plans of care consistent with physician orders payer requirements and patient-centered goals
Provide skilled OT interventions in the home (ADL training fall prevention fine motor skills energy conservation cognitive strategies adaptive equipment recommendations)
Educate patients and caregivers on home programs safe techniques and equipment use
Assess home environments and recommend modifications DME and community resources
Collaborate with nursing PT SLP physicians and the interdisciplinary team
Perform reassessments and adjust plans of care as needed
Identify clinical red flags and communicate changes promptly per agency protocol
Complete timely and accurate documentation in Finale EMR
Supervise COTAs and support personnel as permitted by California law and agency policy
Manage field schedule caseload priorities and visit coordination

Licensure & Credential Requirements

Active California Occupational Therapist license in good standing
Maintain required continuing education and competencies
Current BLS/CPR certification (or obtained within 30 days)

Qualifications

Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
Home health experience preferred; strong independent clinical reasoning
Strong documentation and communication skills
Proficiency with mobile documentation systems
Valid California drivers license and reliable transportation
Familiarity with Medicare home health documentation preferred
Finale EMR or similar home health EMR experience preferred

Tools & Technology

Finale EMR (preferred) or similar home health EMR
Mobile point-of-care documentation
Field-based schedule management and team communication tools

What Success Looks Like (First 90 Days)

Completion of orientation and demonstration of safe patient-centered home care
Consistent timely and accurate documentation
Strong collaboration with nursing and the interdisciplinary team

Compliance & Regulatory Expectations

Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality
Adhere to infection prevention safety and emergency procedures
Comply with all applicable laws regulations and agency policies
Subject to background checks health screenings and immunization requirements as applicable

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: Pay range provided per California pay transparency requirements
Benefits: Offered based on employment status and agency policy

Essential Functions & Physical Requirements

Ability to assist with transfers mobility and patient positioning
Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs with proper body mechanics
Ability to travel to patient homes and navigate varied environments
Effective verbal and written communication
Ability to use clinical equipment and mobile EHR systems
Reasonable accommodations available

Equal Employment Opportunity & Fair Chance

The agency is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable employment laws.