Home Health Occupational Therapist: Make Patient Impact

Optum; Augusta (NJ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase

Job summary

Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, is hiring an Occupational Therapist for Home Health. The role focuses on evaluation and treatment of functional status, ADLs, and home safety, delivering patient-centered care in patients' homes.

You will collaborate with the health care team, document progress, and support families. Qualifications include state OT licensure, CPR, and a valid driver's license with access to reliable transportation. A competitive benefits package is available.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient care needs related to functional status and ADLs.
• Perform home assessments and recommend adaptive equipment in collaboration with the care team.
• Coordinate with physicians and care team to develop and follow the therapy plan of care.
• Document patient progress and notify supervisors of changes.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Occupational Therapy licensure in state of practice

CPR certification

Driver's license

Job description

Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, is hiring an Occupational Therapist for Home Health. The role focuses on evaluation and treatment of functional status, ADLs, and home safety, delivering patient-centered care in patients' homes.

You will collaborate with the health care team, document progress, and support families. Qualifications include state OT licensure, CPR, and a valid driver's license with access to reliable transportation. A competitive benefits package is available.