Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant

humana; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Humana’s CenterWell Home Health is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver therapy services in patients’ homes. You will work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist to implement treatment plans and improve strength, mobility and independence.

The role emphasizes home-based rehab, coordination with the care team, and patient/family education. Ideal candidates will hold OTA licensure with CPR certification, a valid driver's license, and access to reliable

Qualifications

• Current OTA licensure and CPR certification required.
• Six months OTA experience preferred for this role.
• Home Health experience preferred to support patient goals and independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the Occupational Therapist in accordance with the patient’s Plan of Treatment.
• Assist in implementing vocational/education programs and activities established by the OT to restore and enhance function.
• Design/adapt equipment and environment; fabricate devices to assist and improve function and independence.
• Provide therapeutic treatment and instruction as directed to improve strength, coordination, ROM and function.
• Document observations in patient records and assist with progress reports and required documentation.
• Instruct patients and family on home programs and use of adaptive equipment.
• Coordinate care and discharge planning and serve as a resource to other health care personnel.
• Design community reintegration activities to assist physical reconditioning and adjustment.

Skills

CPR Certification

Driver's License

Education

Current OTA licensure

Job description

Become a part of our caring community

As a therapist at CenterWell Home Health, reporting to the Home Health Branch Administration, you'll play a vital role in helping patients regain strength, mobility and independence-all from the comfort of their homes. By delivering personalized care that focuses on rehabilitation and functional improvement, you'll empower individuals to overcome physical limitations, perform everyday activities with confidence and enjoy a better quality of life.

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant , you will:

• Provide therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the qualified Occupational Therapist in accordance with the patient's Plan of Treatment.
• Assist in the implementation of vocational/education programs and activities established by registered Occupational Therapist designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance task performances, diminish or correct pathology, and to promote/maintain health and self-sufficiency.
• Design/adapt equipment and working and/or living environment. Fabricate devices to assist and improve function and independence and participation in the program and/or community where possible.
• Provide therapeutic treatment and instruction to patients as directed by the qualified Occupational Therapist and in accordance with physician orders to improve/restore strength, coordination, range-of-motion and function or teach compensation measures.
• Report information and observations to Occupational Therapist and/or Clinical supervisor, document observed information in patient records and prepares clinical notes. Assist with preparation of progress reports. Maintain and submit documentation as required by the Company and/or facility.
• Instruct patients and family members regarding home programs as well as care and use of adaptive equipment.
• Participate in care coordination and discharge planning activities and act as a resource to other health care personnel in meeting patient's needs.
• Design community reintegration activities, as appropriate, to assist the client in the physical reconditioning effort, and/or the psychological adjustment and coordinate the plan with members of the interdisciplinary team.

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications:

• Current and unrestricted OTA licensure
• Current CPR certification
• A valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum six months occupational therapist assistant experience
• Home Health experience

Pay Per Visit/Unit Rate

$41.00 - $57.00

Additional Information

TB Statement: This role is considered patient facing and is part of Humana's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB.
Driving Statement: This role is part of Humana's driver safety program and therefore requires an individual to have a valid state driver's license and are expected to maintain personal vehicle liability insurance. Individual must carry vehicle insurance in accordance with their residing state minimum required limits, or $25,000 bodily injury per person/$25,000 bodily injury per event /$10,000 for property damage or whichever is higher.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$64,000 - $87,500 per year

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

About Us

About CenterWell Home Health: CenterWell Home Health specializes in personalized, comprehensive home care for patients managing a chronic condition or recovering from injury, illness, surgery or hospitalization. Our care teams include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers - all working together to help patients rehabilitate, recover and regain their independence so they can live healthier and happier lives.

About CenterWell, a Humana company:

CenterWell is a leading healthcare services business focused on creating integrated and differentiated experiences that put our patients at the center of everything we do. The result is high-quality healthcare that is acces