Occupational Therapist – Home Health (PRN)

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center:  Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.

Organization:

VHCS Clinical - Therapy

Job Summary:

Occupational Therapist – Home Health (PRN)

Vanderbilt Health | Greater Nashville Area, TN



Make a meaningful impact—one home at a time with Vanderbilt Health!

About Vanderbilt Home Care Services

For over 40 years, Vanderbilt Home Care Services has delivered exceptional care where patients feel safest—their homes. Serving more than 650 patients daily with a team of 175 licensed professionals, we provide a unique clinical environment that combines autonomy with interdisciplinary collaboration. Home health offers exposure to diverse conditions and skill sets, making it an ideal setting for both new and experienced clinicians.



Why This Role?



Looking for flexibility? This PRN opportunity is perfect for occupational therapists seeking a second job or semi-retired professionals who want to stay active in patient care. You’ll deliver personalized therapy in patients’ homes—empowering recovery, independence, and dignity.



Schedule

PRN

Monday through Friday

Flexible weekday hours



What You’ll Do

Provide comprehensive OT evaluations and treatments for adult and geriatric patients in their homes

Develop individualized care plans focused on functional improvement and safety

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nurses, PTs, and physicians

Educate patients and caregivers on adaptive techniques and equipment

Document care accurately and timely using EMR systems



What You Bring

Current Tennessee OT license (or eligibility)

Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience preferred—home health experience a plus

Strong communication and time management skills

Passion for patient advocacy and holistic care



Why Join Vanderbilt Health?

Be part of a nationally recognized academic medical center

Enjoy flexible scheduling and autonomy in your practice

Work with a supportive, mission-driven team

Access professional development and continuing education resources



Ready to make a difference on your schedule? Apply today and help us bring healing home.

JOB SUMMARY
Provides occupational therapy services to patients who have impairments, developmental disabilities, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes under occasional guidance. Actively collaborates with the health care/educational team to meet patient care, outcomes and system improvement objectives.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Analyzes comprehensive information from formal and informal assessment that is pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine a rehabilitation treatment diagnosis. • Collaborates with stakeholders in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the rehabilitation continuum. • Applies appropriate, evidence-based interventions to ensure effective outcomes and re-evaluates performance to assess patient's progress towards goals. • Employs strategies to promote successful return to home, community, and school/vocational environments. • The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES • Rehab Therapist Patient Documentation (Novice): Demonstrates proficiency in documentation practices. Documents in the appropriate templates and utilizes only approved abbreviations within patient documentation. Meets institutional standards for quality and timeliness of documentation. • Physical/Occupational Therapist Patient Education (Novice): Demonstrates proficiency in communicating functional impact of assessment findings, treatment interventions, treatment planning diagnosis, and disease process. Considers the communication