At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there’s no place like home, and that’s why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their health journey, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as an Occupational Therapist. Being a part of something this great, starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers.

To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need an Occupational Therapist with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!

This position is ideal for an Occupational Therapist seeking flexibility while helping build and grow occupational therapy services within the community. As the branch continues to expand its OT census and referral volume, there may be future opportunities for additional hours and potential transition to full-time status.

Why Join the Elara Caring mission?

Work in a collaborative environment.
Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference
Competitive compensation package
Flexible scheduling opportunities with the ability to help create a schedule that fits your availability and lifestyle
Access to additional therapy resources and clinical tools including HEP2Go Pro, Constant Therapy and other evidence-based therapy supports
Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
Opportunities for advancement
Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(K) with employer match
Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement
Pet insurance

As an Occupational Therapist, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways:

What is Required?

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
Current, unrestricted OT license valid for the state of work
Minimum one (1) year of experience in a clinical care setting
Able and willing to travel throughout the branch service area.
- Seeking a clinician residing within approximately 60 miles of the La Grange branch location
- Patient visits are typically scheduled within approximately 30 miles of the clinician's preferred coverage area
- Dedicated scheduling support helps coordinate patient visits to maximize efficiency and minimize unnecessary drive time
- Additional compensation is available for extended travel within the territory
Must have a dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.
Must be able and willing to travel 50%
Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment

You will report to the Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor or designee.