Occupational Therapist - OT Home Health

KLARUS HOME CARE · FORT WORTH, TX Full Time
Apply Now →

Job Description

Full-time, Part-time Description Klarus Home Health is seeking a full time, part time or PRN / Per Diem Licensed Occupational Therapist to join our team to providing OT services including assessment, treatment planning, implementation, and evaluation for our patients currently enrolled in our home health program in the South Dallas, Duncanville, Cedar Hill, Lancaster, Desoto, Grand Prairie, TX and surrounding areas. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. One on one patient care, work life balance, autonomy, great benefits and compensation. Klarus Home Health is dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients of all age groups in the comfort of their homes. We prioritize patient well-being and strive to deliver coordinated care that promotes healing and independence . Requirements Key Responsibilities: Conduct ongoing clinical assessments, including OASIS assessments, to identify patient/client needs and determine levels of functioning. Evaluate patients’ occupational performance in areas such as self-care, work, leisure, and rest. Assess sensory-motor neuromuscular, psycho-social, and cognitive-perceptual components of occupational behavior. Evaluate physical, social, and cultural components of patients’ occupational environment. Facilitate direct therapeutic interventions to address ROM, strength, coordination, adaptive equipment needs, and environmental modifications. Develop, evaluate, and revise the plan of care in collaboration with patients, representatives, and caregivers. Document clinical notes, phone orders, and other records in a timely manner. Accept clinical assignments consistent with education and competence. Provide physician-ordered services, including patient/client, caregiver, and family counseling and education. Supervise and guide occupational therapy assistants and home health aides as appropriate. Apply infection control and standard precautions to prevent contamination and transmission of disease. Utilize effective interpersonal relations and communication skills to achieve desirable outcomes. Job Qualifications: Education: Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy. Licensure: Current State License as an Occupational Therapist, Current driver’s license required. Experience: One year of experience as an Occupational Therapist preferred. Home health experience preferred EMR: Home care home base proficiency preferred Skills: Proficiency in therapy skills as per accepted standards of practice, good interpersonal skills, current CPR certification, and knowledge of durable medical equipment. Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid/current auto liability insurance. Benefits for full time employees: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance Accident, Critical Illness, and Cancer Insurance PTO - 80 hours 6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday 401k retirement savings plan Company-paid life insurance Mileage reimbursement Competitive compensation package

This is a preview of the job listing. The full posting includes complete compensation details, benefits package, qualification requirements, and application instructions.

View Full Job Details & Apply →
Don’t have a resume yet?

Build a free, ATS-optimized resume in 30 seconds — tailored for this Other role. No account required. What is an ATS-optimized resume?

Build My Resume →

What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

About This Employer

KLARUS HOME CARE is a Parent Agency located in FORT WORTH, TX at 4100 INTERNATIONAL PLAZA SUITE 750.

View Full KLARUS HOME CARE Profile → See all openings at KLARUS HOME CARE →

Employer profile provided by DFW Senior Living Guide

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $12.93/hr ($26,894/yr). The typical range is $11.12 – $14.51/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,381/yr
DFW Median $26,894/yr
Experienced (90th) $36,005/yr
vs. National Median -24.9%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.

Facility Snapshot

Facility Type Parent Agency

4100 INTERNATIONAL PLAZA SUITE 750, FORT WORTH, TX 76109

View Full Agency Profile →

Similar Positions

Not the right fit? Answer 3 quick questions and we’ll rank open positions by how well they match your role, area, and pay range.
Find Your Best Match →

AI Job Assistant

Get instant answers about this role, salary expectations, certifications, or this employer's background.

← Browse All Jobs