Home Health Occupational Therapy Assistant — Sign-On Bonus

Optum; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver in-home therapy services that promote functional independence and safe daily living. You will work under a licensed OT, implement treatment plans, and document progress in accordance with physician orders and standards.

Join a caring, patient-centered home health team with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an ACOTE-accredited OTA program.
• Current license to practice as an OTA.
• Current CPR certification.
• Eligible to take NBCOT entry-level certification exam.
• 1+ years OTA experience or approved mentoring if <1 year.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled interventions per plan of care under supervision of an OT.
• Documents each visit per AOTA guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Observes and reports patient responses and condition changes.
• Provides resources for future ADL/IADL needs.
• Promotes wellness and occupational engagement.
• Demonstrates knowledge of community resources/services.
• Makes follow-up care recommendations with care center.

Skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

OTA experience

Education

ACOTE-accredited OTA program

Current state OTA license

NBCOT entry-level certification eligibility

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver in-home therapy services that promote functional independence and safe daily living. You will work under a licensed OT, implement treatment plans, and document progress in accordance with physician orders and standards.

Join a caring, patient-centered home health team with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package.