Home Health Occupational Therapy Assistant | In-Home Rehab

Jobtome; Cape Elizabeth (ME); On-site; USD 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide skilled therapy in patients' homes and support functional independence under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. You will implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and document outcomes in compliance with orders and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and effective rehabilitation in the home care setting, with pay structures including per-visit points and hourly wages,

Qualifications

• ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program (OTA)
• Current license to practice as OTA in the assigned state
• Eligible to sit for NBCOT entry-level certification
• Current CPR certification
• 1+ year OT assistant experience or approval for residency if <1 year

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled interventions under supervision of an OT per physician-approved plan of care
• Documents visits per AOTA guidelines for the clinical record
• Observes and reports patient response and condition changes to supervising OT and staff
• Provides patient/caregiver resources for future ADL/IADL needs
• Promotes wellness and occupational engagement
• Recommends follow-up care with admitting care center
• Keeps updated on OTA trends and care coordination

Job description

Amedisys is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide skilled therapy in patients' homes and support functional independence under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. You will implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and document outcomes in compliance with orders and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and effective rehabilitation in the home care setting, with pay structures including per-visit points and hourly wages,