Home Health Occupational Therapist - Per Diem & Impact

Optum; Snow Hill (NC); On-site; USD 74,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks an Occupational Therapist Per Diem to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence and safety. You'll collaborate with patients, families, and the inter-disciplinary team to develop individualized plans in line with physician orders and policies.

The role emphasizes evidence-based home health OT, with responsibilities spanning assessment, treatment planning, documentation, and coordination of care within a supportive team

Qualifications

• Graduate of an occupational therapy program accredited by ACOTE/AOTA.
• Current license to practice occupational therapy in the assigned state.
• Current CPR certification.
• NBCOT entry-level certification exam eligibility or completion.
• 1+ year of related OT experience preferred.
• If <1 year, mentoring/residency approved by regional leaders.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT services in patients' homes under a physician-approved plan of care.
• Address all problems identified in assessments; document rationale if not addressed.
• Ensure safety and effectiveness of OT service delivery.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation.
• Supervise home health aide when RN is not active in the case.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT program

OT license in state of assignment

NBCOT entry-level certification eligibility

CPR certification

Driver's license

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks an Occupational Therapist Per Diem to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence and safety. You'll collaborate with patients, families, and the inter-disciplinary team to develop individualized plans in line with physician orders and policies.

The role emphasizes evidence-based home health OT, with responsibilities spanning assessment, treatment planning, documentation, and coordination of care within a supportive team