Home Health OT Assistant - Per Diem

UnitedHealth Group; Clinton (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is hiring an Occupational Therapy Assistant - Per Diem to provide in-home therapy to patients and help restore their physical abilities. The role follows supervision and adheres to state laws and the established plan of care.

Candidates must hold WA OTA licensure, have a valid driver's license/insurance or reliable transit, and be certified by NBCOT; CPR certification is preferred within 90 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure in the state of Washington.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
• Must be certified and in good standing with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising OT
• Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant and according to the state laws governing occupational therapy assistants
• Observes, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition
• Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is hiring an Occupational Therapy Assistant - Per Diem to provide in-home therapy to patients and help restore their physical abilities. The role follows supervision and adheres to state laws and the established plan of care.

Candidates must hold WA OTA licensure, have a valid driver's license/insurance or reliable transit, and be certified by NBCOT; CPR certification is preferred within 90 days of employment.