Empowering Home Health Occupational Therapist

Jobtome; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in their homes to promote independence, safety, and quality of life. You will collaborate with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans per physician orders.

Responsibilities include delivering OT services, documenting thoroughly, and supervising home health Aides when needed. A strong emphasis on safety and compassionate care is essential.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice occupational therapy in the state of assignment.
• Graduate of ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy program.
• Eligible to take or has completed NBCOT certification.
• One year of related occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver OT services under physician-approved plan of care.
• Ensure plan of care addresses problems identified in assessment.
• Maintain safety and effectiveness of therapy delivery.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation.
• Supervise home health aide when RN is not active in the case.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

OT licensure

Assessment & treatment planning

Documentation for home health

Patient safety focus

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT program

NBCOT certification eligibility

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in their homes to promote independence, safety, and quality of life. You will collaborate with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans per physician orders.

Responsibilities include delivering OT services, documenting thoroughly, and supervising home health Aides when needed. A strong emphasis on safety and compassionate care is essential.