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Occupational Therapist OT Home Health

Elara Caring·Katy, Texas

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate patients to determine rehabilitation needs, develop individualized plans of care, and perform ongoing reassessments according to regulatory guidelines. Key duties include collaborating with care teams, educating patients/caregivers, and supervising clinical support staff.

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description

Job Title

  • Occupational
  • Therapist,
  • Home
  • Health
  • Schedule: Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 8:00
  • AM to 5:00 PM

Make a meaningful impact every day

At Elara Caring, we believe the best place for care is where patients feel most comfortable, at home. Every day our compassionate teams deliver high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients nationwide, helping them live safely and independently in the place they love most.

As a full-time Occupational Therapist, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in patients’ lives while enjoying a consistent Monday through Friday schedule with no weekends. If you are passionate about helping patients regain independence and thrive in their own homes, we invite you to join our mission-driven team.

Why join elara caring?

We believe that when we support our team, they can provide the very best care to our patients.

Full-Time Benefits Include

  • Consistent schedule, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement for full-time employees
  • Free continuing education opportunities
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities
  • Collaborative and supportive clinical environment
  • Pet insurance
  • Family and pet bereavement leave

Your role as an occupational therapist

As part of our interdisciplinary team, you will help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life through personalized occupational therapy services in the home setting.

  • Key Responsibilities
  • Evaluate patients to determine rehabilitation needs and develop individualized plans of care
  • Perform initial therapy evaluations and ongoing reassessments according to OASIS and PPS regulatory guidelines
  • Collaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure quality outcomes and continuity of care
  • Communicate significant findings or changes in patient condition to the care team
  • Educate patients and caregivers on activities of daily living using adaptive equipment and therapeutic techniques
  • Assist patients and caregivers in securing necessary equipment, which may include custom splint fabrication
  • Provide instruction and support for home therapy programs
  • Counsel patients and families on therapy goals and care needs
  • Supervise and provide clinical direction to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, Home Health Aides, and other clinical staff
  • Ensure documentation meets professional standards and regulatory guidelines

This position involves a physically active environment, including patient transfers and movement between patient homes.

  • What you will need
  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
  • Current, unrestricted Occupational Therapist license in the state of practice
  • Minimum one year of experience in a clinical care setting
  • Ability and willingness to travel within the assigned coverage area
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
  • Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including patient transfers and equipment movement

Reporting structure

This position reports to the Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor, or designee.

Join our mission

At Elara Caring, every team member plays an important role in delivering compassionate care that helps patients live safely and comfortably at home. If you are looking for a rewarding career with a stable weekday schedule and meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us continue redefining the future of home health care.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com.

Pay & Benefit Information

Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits [https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits]

EVerify

Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Occupational Therapy program and hold a current, unrestricted Occupational Therapist license in the state of practice, requiring a minimum of one year of clinical experience. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the physical ability to support up to 50 pounds are also mandatory.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Documentation
  • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Plan of Care Development
  • Home Health
  • Rehabilitation
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Patient Evaluation
  • Patient Transfers
  • Splint Fabrication
  • Adaptive Equipment Instruction
  • OASIS Compliance
  • Home Therapy Programs
  • PPS Compliance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Locations
Katy, Texas; Pasadena, Texas; Cypress, Texas; Jersey Village, Texas
Posted
May 18, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Elara Caring

Elara Caring is one of the nation’s largest providers of home-based care, with a national footprint in the Northeast, Midwest and Southwest. The company is comprised of 26,000 caregivers serving over 60,000 patients and their families daily, in 225 locations across 17 states and...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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