Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN

LeadingAge Virginia; Huntington (VA); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 72.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

St, Mary's Home Health Service, part of the Optum family, is hiring an Occupational Therapy Assistant - Per Diem to provide in-home occupational therapy and restore patients to their fullest physical ability. The role requires adherence to state laws and collaboration with supervising OT, nurses, and physicians to monitor patient progress.

The position offers per diem and hourly pay structures with comprehensive benefits. Candidates must hold OTA licensure and a valid driver's license to apply.

Formación

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure in state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.

Responsabilidades

• Follow state-specific laws governing home health occupational therapy and the plan of care defined by the supervising OT.
• Instruct and aid patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the OTA and state laws.
• Observe, record, and report patient responses to treatment to the nurse supervisor and physician.
• Instruct patients, family, caregiver, and health team members in therapy within OTA scope.
• Function in diverse home environments respecting patient rights and dignity.

Conocimientos

OTA licensure

Driver's license

Descripción del empleo

Explore opportunities with St, Mary's Home Health Service, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Occupational Therapist Assistant - Per Diem, you will be for providing occupational therapy to patients in their homes to restore them to their fullest physical ability.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising OT
• Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant and according to the state laws governing occupational therapy assistants
• Observes, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition
• Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Required Qualifications:

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure in state of practice
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation

Preferred Qualification:

• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment

Pay Range

$48,175 - $72,263 annual total cash target pay

$27.79 - $41.69 per visit point

$23.16 - $34.74 hourly rate

Annual total cash compensation for this role assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity and generally follows the range above. Total cash compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. This role receives two types of compensation depending on the work being performed. When conducting visits, you will be paid per visit point rate compensation. Your per visit pay will be calculated by multiplying your per visit point rate by the productivity points you accrue for various types of visits. Each type of visit is assigned a certain number of productivity points that is inclusive of "direct" and "indirect" patient care activities. Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs. The number of visits performed each week will vary based on individual productivity targets and the productivity points assigned to the visits performed. You will be paid your hourly rate for certain non-visit activities such as orientation. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

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