Home Health Occupational Therapist
Elara Caring
Temple, TX

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:

Occupational Therapist (Full-Time)

Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

At Elara Caring, we believe the best care happens where patients feel most comfortable—at home. Each day, our clinicians provide compassionate, high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients nationwide, meeting them wherever they are on their health journey.

As a full-time Occupational Therapist, you’ll enjoy a consistent weekday schedule while helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life in the comfort of their homes. You’ll be supported by a collaborative, mission-driven team that values clinical excellence, autonomy, and work-life balance.

To continue delivering industry-leading home-based care, we’re seeking an Occupational Therapist who is compassionate, motivated, and committed to exceptional patient outcomes.

Why Join Elara Caring?

• Full-time weekday schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

• Supportive and collaborative clinical team environment

• Competitive compensation package

• Tuition reimbursement for full-time employees

• Continuing education opportunities at no cost

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Comprehensive benefits, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) with employer match

  • Paid time off and paid holidays

  • Family and pet bereavement leave

  • Pet insurance

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate patients to identify occupational therapy needs and develop individualized Plans of Care

• Complete initial evaluations, reassessments, and follow-up visits in compliance with OASIS and PPS guidelines

• Implement and revise Plans of Care to ensure quality, continuity, and effective discharge planning

• Communicate significant findings and changes in patient condition to physicians and interdisciplinary team members

• Provide occupational therapy services in accordance with physician orders and accepted standards of practice

• Instruct patients and caregivers in activities of daily living, adaptive equipment use, sensory integration, and fine motor coordination

• Assist patients and caregivers in obtaining necessary equipment, including fabrication of custom splints when appropriate

• Educate patients and families on home therapy programs and modify plans as needed

• Supervise and provide clinical direction to COTAs, HHAs, and clinical staff to ensure high-quality care delivery

• Promote patient safety using family and community resources

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, and move intermittently

• Ability to lift and transfer 50–100 pounds

• Willingness to travel within the assigned coverage area (up to 50%)

• Home-based, physically active work environment

• May include occasional irregular hours or call coverage, as applicable

What We’re Looking For

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program

• Current, unrestricted OT license in the state of practice

• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a clinical care setting

• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance

• Ability and willingness to travel within the branch coverage area

You will report to the Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor, or designee and be supported by experienced leadership.

👉 Apply today and build a fulfilling full-time career with Elara Caring—where your work truly makes a difference.

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