Home Health Occupational Therapist (Per Diem)

UnitedHealth Group; Corsicana (TX); On-site; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Texas is seeking an Occupational Therapist Per Diem to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence, safety, and quality of life. You will collaborate with patients, families, and the care team to develop individualized plans based on physician orders and agency policies.

The role offers an hourly pay between $35.75 and $53.65, with full benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice occupational therapy in the state you are assigned to work.
• Graduate of an occupational therapy program accredited by ACOTE of the AOTA, or successor organizations of ACOTE.
• Eligible to take, or has successfully completed, the entry-level NBCOT certification examination.
• One year related occupational therapy experience to ensure knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide OT services.
• If less than one year experience, then regional clinical leaders approval and mentoring/residency program may be required.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of occupational therapy service delivery under a physician approved plan of care.
• Ensures the plan of care addresses all problems identified in the assessment or documents rationale if identified problems are not addressed.
• Accountable for safety and effectiveness of the OT service delivery process.
• Completes documentation timely and accurately.
• Supervises home health aide when RN is not active in the case.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapist in TX

ACOTE-accredited OT program

NBCOT certification eligibility or pass

1 year related occupational therapy experience (or regional approval if less than 1 year)

CPR certification

Job description

UnitedHealth Group in Texas is seeking an Occupational Therapist Per Diem to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence, safety, and quality of life. You will collaborate with patients, families, and the care team to develop individualized plans based on physician orders and agency policies.

The role offers an hourly pay between $35.75 and $53.65, with full benefits and opportunities for professional growth.