Home Health Occupational Therapist - $5,000 Sign On Bonus!

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**This position has a $5,000 Sign On Bonus!** **About the Role** Help patients regain independence and return to the daily activities that bring meaning to their lives. As a Home Health Occupational Therapist, you'll work one-on-one with patients in their homes, using creativity, clinical expertise, and problem-solving to help them rebuild the skills needed for everyday living. From dressing and bathing to cooking, managing routines, and engaging in meaningful activities, you'll guide patients as they rediscover their ability to live safely and independently. This role is ideal for a licensed Occupational Therapist who thrives in a flexible, patient-centered environment and enjoys tailoring care to each individual's unique goals and home setting. You'll assess functional abilities, design personalized treatment plans, and develop adaptive strategies and solutions that support independence and safety. Working closely with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary care team, you'll provide education, hands-on training, and encouragement as patients progress toward greater confidence and independence in their daily lives. **Location** - Office Location: 801 Rosehill Road, Jackson, MI 49202 - Main Service Area:  Lansing and surrounding - This role is a high travel position and requires daily travel within the service area to provide care to patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes **Hours** - Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Weekend On-Call Rotation **Required Qualification** - Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (ACOTE accredited) - Current state license as an Occupational Therapist - Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist - Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance coverage - Willingness to travel daily for home visits within service area **Preferred Qualifications** - Home health experience - Experience with adaptive equipment and home modifications - Knowledge of Medicare home health documentation **Essential Skills and Competencies** - Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning abilities - Knowledge of medical terminology and home health regulations - Excellent problem-solving and creative thinking skills - Strong verbal and written communication abilities - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision - Organizational skills and attention to detail - Comfort working in varied home environments - Interpersonal skills for professional interaction with patients, families, and teams Pay Range $84,000—$94,000 USD **How We Care for You** - Mileage Reimbursement - Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off for Full Time - Part Time/Per Diem also accrue Paid Time Off - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care - Company paid Short Term Disability - Company paid Life Insurance - 401(k) with Employer Match - Pet Insurance - ID and Fraud Protection - And more... **Optimal C****are is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.** [Top Work Places](https://topworkplaces.com/company/optimal-care-inc/) for 12 consecutive years, [Great Places to Work](https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7082741) certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth, valuing your expertise, and creating an environment where you can do your best work every day. As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care to patients and families every day. We are a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice that encourages collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. From chronic disease management and rehabilitation to end-of-life care, our focus is on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life. We live a simple Mission: ***Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.*** **Background Screening** Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Screening is completed by a third-party administrator, the Michigan Long-Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. **Reasonable Accommodations** We offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive. Please reach out to us if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation. **Equal Opportunity Employer** We believe an exceptional place to work begins with diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.