Occupational Therapist Home Health - Lake County IL

Job Description

Description:

Part-Time Field-Based Flexible Schedule

Reliable Home Care Providers, Inc. is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide skilled occupational therapy services to patients in their homes throughout Lake County, Illinois. This part-time, field-based position is well suited for a clinician who values scheduling flexibility, professional autonomy, and the opportunity to build a caseload gradually with the support of an experienced and responsive administrative team.

The Occupational Therapist will work with a diverse adult and geriatric patient population, delivering patient-centered care focused on improving functional independence, safety, and overall quality of life.Primary Responsibilities

Provide direct, skilled occupational therapy services in patients’ homes

Conduct initial evaluations, reassessments, and ongoing therapy visits

Develop and implement individualized plans of care with measurable, patient-centered goals

Deliver therapeutic interventions aimed at improving functional independence and safety

Collaborate with physicians, case managers, interdisciplinary clinicians, and family caregivers to ensure continuity of care

Complete timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with state and federal requirements

Utilize the electronic medical record system (WellSky Home Health) for documentation and care coordination

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

Current Occupational Therapist license in the State of Illinois

Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills

Ability to work independently while maintaining accountability and professional standards

Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and active auto insurance

Preferred Qualifications

At least 1 year of home health or community-based therapy experience (preferred, not required)

Familiarity with home health documentation standards

Experience using electronic medical record systems, including WellSky Home Health

BENEFITS

100% employer-paid major commercial medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Flexible scheduling based on your availability

Opportunity to grow your patient caseload at your own pace

Supportive administrative staff and responsive clinical leadership

Competitive per-visit compensation

Mileage reimbursement

Bi-weekly pay

Part-time