Occupational Therapist New Grad

Launch Your Occupational Therapy Career with Confidence

Are you graduating from a Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) or Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) program and looking for a career where you'll receive mentorship, build meaningful patient relationships, and make a real impact from day one?

BAYADA Home Health Care is excited to welcome compassionate and motivated new graduate Occupational Therapists to our team on Oahu!

Join a mission-driven organization and you may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) while making a real impact.

Our structured orientation, dedicated clinical support, and experienced OT mentors will help you successfully transition from the classroom to independent practice while providing exceptional one-on-one care to adult and geriatric clients in their homes.

Why Home Health?

Home health offers an opportunity to truly connect with your patients and see the direct impact of your care. You'll treat one patient at a time, develop meaningful relationships, and help individuals remain safely and independently in the comfort of their own homes.

At BAYADA, you'll never be expected to navigate your first year alone. Our experienced clinicians and clinical managers are committed to helping you build confidence, strengthen your skills, and grow into the physical therapist you aspire to be.

 Why Choose BAYADA?

• Comprehensive new graduate orientation and mentorship
• One-on-one patient care—never rushed clinic appointments
• Flexible scheduling and autonomy
• Weekly pay
• Mileage reimbursement
• Manageable territories to minimize travel
• Clinical education and continuing development opportunities
• Supportive interdisciplinary team
• Nationally recognized, mission-driven organization

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate patients’ functional abilities, daily living skills, and home environments to identify barriers to independence.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to improve patients’ ability to perform daily activities safely and independently.
• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions in patients’ homes.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on adaptive techniques, use of assistive equipment, energy conservation, fall prevention, and home safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Complete timely electronic documentation while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

 Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Doctor of Occupational Therapy (ODT) or Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) program.
• Licensed or license-eligible Occupational Therapist in the state of practice.
• New graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

 Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave
• Continuing Education & Professional Development – 6-month MedBridge subscription, plus ongoing access to Elsevier and BAYADA University learning resources
• Employer-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Scholarship and career advancement opportunities

 Apply today and start your career where compassion, clinical excellence, and professional growth come together.

Base Pay, depending upon qualifications, status, and subject to negotiation:

Base Pay, depending upon qualifications and subject to negotiation: $70-$75 per point