Occupational Therapist - Full Time
Optimalcare · Grand Rapids, MI · Posted Jul 2, 2026
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Optimal C are is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.
Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work 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.
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: Grand Rapids, MI
Main Service Area: Grand Rapids and surrounding areas
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.
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 $92,000 USD
How We Care for You
Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
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
Mileage Reimbursement
Company Vehicle Program for field roles
Pet Insurance
ID and Fraud Protection
And more...
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.