Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health
Company : Encompass Health
Location : Waterbury, CT, 06708
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 5 January 2026
Overview
Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice.
As a national leader in home-based care, Enhabit is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the country. We’re committed to expanding what’s possible for patient care in the home, all while fostering a unique culture that is both innovative and collaborative.
At Enhabit, the best of what’s next starts with us. We not only make it a priority to maintain an ethical and stable workplace but also continually invest in our employees. By extending ongoing professional development opportunities and providing cutting-edge technology solutions, we ensure our employees are always moving their careers forward and prepared to deliver a better way to care for our patients.
Ever-mindful of the need for employees to care for themselves and their families, Enhabit offers competitive benefits that support and promote healthy lifestyle choices. Subject to employee eligibility, some benefits, tools and resources include:
- 30 days PDO – Up to 6 weeks (PDO includes company observed holidays)
- Continuing education opportunities
- Scholarship program for employees
- Matching 401(k) plan for all employees
- Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Supplemental insurance policies for life, disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance plans for full-time employees
- Flexible spending account plans for full-time employees
- Minimum essential coverage health insurance plan for all employees
- Electronic medical records and mobile devices for all clinicians
- Incentivized bonus plan
Responsibilities
Our Occupational Therapists/OTs help patients who have debilitating conditions improve the functions of performing everyday tasks in the home. Occupational Therapists/OTs use treatments to develop the daily living skills of their patients and the basic motor functions of patients, as well as to compensate for any loss of function that patient may be experiencing. Occupational Therapists/OTs administer skilled care to clients requiring intermittent professional services and teach the family and other members of the health care team. These services are performed by Occupational Therapists/OTs in accordance with the physicians' orders and the established plan of care, under the direction and supervision of the Branch Director.
Qualifications
Occupational Therapists/OTs must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy and licensed as an Occupational Therapist/OT in the state in which he/she currently practices.
- A minimum of one-year experience is preferred, but can be less with Regional Vice President and/or Regional Director of Therapy Services approval based on prior experience setting.
- Medicare home health experience is preferred.
Additional Information
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.
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Frequently asked questions
Home health OTs focus on enabling patients to perform daily activities within their living environments, tailoring interventions to individual home challenges. Unlike outpatient clinics, therapists adapt treatments to varied home settings, often working independently while coordinating remotely with healthcare teams.
Proficiency in assessing home safety, strong communication for educating families, and familiarity with Medicare home health regulations are crucial. Adaptability to diverse patient needs and comfort with mobile technology for electronic records enhance effectiveness in Waterbury’s home care landscape.
Daily tasks include evaluating patient motor functions, designing personalized therapy plans, training family members, and documenting progress through electronic medical records. Coordination with physicians and branch directors ensures adherence to care plans while promoting patient independence at home.
Yes, Encompass Health invests heavily in ongoing professional development, cutting-edge mobile technology, and offers incentivized bonuses. Their commitment to ethical culture and employee wellness distinguishes their home health OT roles in Waterbury and nationwide.
Encompass Health fosters growth by offering scholarships, continuing education, and a supportive network. Access to modern tools and leadership guidance empowers OTs to enhance clinical skills and move into advanced therapy roles within home health care.
Waterbury shows steady demand for home health OTs due to an aging population and emphasis on in-home care. While competition exists, strong local networks and specialized Medicare experience can significantly improve hiring prospects.
Apart from the standard Connecticut OT license, familiarity with state-specific Medicare home health regulations and certifications in geriatric or neurological rehabilitation enhance employability and compliance in Waterbury’s healthcare sector.
Home health OTs in Waterbury typically earn between $65,000 and $80,000 annually, influenced by experience, certifications, and employer benefits. Encompass Health’s competitive packages and bonuses can further increase total compensation.
The company equips therapists with mobile devices and electronic records to streamline patient monitoring remotely. Encompass Health’s culture encourages innovation and collaboration, enabling OTs to creatively address varied home environments and patient needs.
Encompass Health supports OTs with scholarships, ongoing education, and access to the latest therapy techniques. This commitment allows therapists to stay current in occupational therapy trends, improving patient outcomes in home health settings.