Director - Home Health Occupational Therapist - $63+ per visit at BAYADA Home Health Care summary: The Director - Home Health Occupational Therapist leads and manages daily operations of a Medicare-certified home health agency, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, including Medicare Conditions of Participation. This role oversees clinical and administrative staff, coordinates patient care, manages budget and resources, and drives quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency. The director also collaborates with referral sources and ensures readiness for inspections and audits while maintaining regulatory compliance and financial performance.
BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist Director for a job in Sterling, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Occupational Therapist
Discipline: Therapy
Duration: Ongoing
Employment Type: Staff
Join BAYADA as a Home Health Director – Falls Church, VA
Are you ready to lead with purpose in a dynamic and growing healthcare field? BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced and compassionate Director to manage operations at our Falls Church, VA Medicare-certified Home Health office .
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare administration, regulatory compliance (Medicare Conditions of Participation), clinical coordination, and business operations. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management of the agency, ensuring high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and efficient operational performance.
What You'll Do as Director:
Provide leadership and strategic direction to ensure compliance with Medicare regulations and state/federal laws governing home health services.
Manage all aspects of the agency’s clinical and administrative operations, including staff supervision, patient care coordination, budgeting, and resource allocation.
Ensure the agency maintains compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation, accreditation standards (e.g., CHAP, ACHC, or Joint Commission), and payer requirements.
Assist with clinical quality and performance improvement initiatives (QAPI), infection control, patient satisfaction, and outcomes tracking.
Maintain continual survey readiness and lead the agency through state, CMS, and accrediting body inspections (e.g., Joint Commission, CHAP, ACHC).
Ensure appropriate supervision and support of clinical staff including RNs, PTs, OTs, SLPs, MSWs, HHAs, and administrative personnel.
Monitor key operational metrics including admission rates, re-hospitalizations, visit productivity, and clinician utilization.
Collaborate with referral sources, physicians, hospitals, and community partners to support business development partners and census growth.
Review and manage key financial indicators including PDGM performance, LUPAs, visit utilization, and reimbursements.
Conduct regular performance evaluations for staff to maintain a culture of excellence and accountability.
Ensure timely and accurate reporting to CMS, state agencies, and accrediting bodies.
Assist with internal audits and surveys and oversee corrective action plans following any deficiencies or citations.
Contribute to long-term strategic planning to improve patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and financial performance.
Stay informed of trends in home health, value-based purchasing, and evolving Medicare regulations to guide organizational readiness.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field or current clinical licensure (e.g., RN, PT, OT) required; Master’s degree preferred.
Active RN, PT, OT license in good standing (if applicable).
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage clinical operations effectively.
Preferred Qualifications:
3-5 years of progressive leadership experience in a Medicare-certified home health agency preferred but not required
Comprehensive knowledge of Medicare regulations, OASIS documentation, HIPAA, and CMS guidelines.
Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems, ideally Homecare Homebase.
Benefits & Perks
BAYADA offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional development, including:
Sign-On Bonus
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
401(k) with company match
Employer-paid life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Direct deposit and weekly pay
Learn more: BAYADA Benefits Overview
Ready to Grow with Us?
If you're a motivated leader with a heart for service and a drive for success, we encourage you to apply today and become a vital part of the BAYADA team in Franklin, TN.
Apply now and take your leadership career to the next level—with a sign-on bonus to get you started.
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As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.
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BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.
Bayada Job ID #8109541002. Posted job title: home health director - rn / pt or ot
About BAYADA Home Health Care Ever wonder why the team at Bayada “LOVE what we do”? It’s a restful nights of sleep knowing you had the time and resources to give quality 1:1 care to your client. It’s the importance BAYADA places on family and work-life balance.
Every home environment and client are unique, whether they’re an infant, geriatric, or somewhere in between. BAYADA ensures every team member has an opportunity to advance in their career. Our extensive paid training and state-of-the-art simulation labs will leave you feeling comfortable and confident before your first visit with your favorite new client. We offer opportunities to learn a new specialty or further develop your area of expertise.
Get back to doing what you love, as the clinician you always wanted to be.
Benefits 401k retirement plan
Discount program
Sick pay
Employee assistance programs
Vision benefits
Bereavement
Health Care FSA
Weekly pay
Continuing Education
Holiday Pay
Wellness and fitness programs
Dental benefits
Medical benefits
Dependent Care FSA
Keywords: home health care, occupational therapy, healthcare management, Medicare compliance, clinical operations, patient care coordination, staff supervision, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, health services leadership