Home Health OT Assistant: Transform Patient Independence

Optum; Fort Wright (KY); On-site; USD 53,528 - 80,292; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Commonwealth Home Health seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide in-home therapy, restoring patients to their fullest physical abilities. The role is full-time at 32 hours per week, with consideration for 20+ hour part-time in some cases.

Primary responsibilities include following the supervising OT's plan of care, documenting patient responses, and educating patients, families, and the health care team.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure in state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
• Preferred: CPR certification within 90 days.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.
• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow all state laws governing occupational therapy in home care.
• Follow plan of care and assist within the supervised OT scope.
• Observe, record, and report patient responses to treatment.
• Instruct patient, family, and care team in therapy areas.
• Function in diverse home settings regardless of patient demographics.

Skills

OTA licensure

Driver's license

Vehicle insurance

Communication skills

Independent work

Job description

Commonwealth Home Health seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide in-home therapy, restoring patients to their fullest physical abilities. The role is full-time at 32 hours per week, with consideration for 20+ hour part-time in some cases.

Primary responsibilities include following the supervising OT's plan of care, documenting patient responses, and educating patients, families, and the health care team.