Home Health OT - Per Diem, Independent Patient Care

Jobtome; Colfax (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase program

401(k) contribution

Incentive and recognition programs

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group seeks an Occupational Therapist Per Diem to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence and safety in daily living activities. You will collaborate with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary team to develop personalized plans per physician orders and agency policies.

The role requires ACOTE-accredited OT education, active OT license in the state, CPR certification, and NBCOT eligibility.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an occupational therapy program accredited by ACOTE or successor
• Current license to practice OT in the assigned state
• Driver's license and reliable transportation
• Current CPR certification
• Eligible to take NBCOT entry-level exam or already certified
• Minimum of one year OT experience; mentoring required if less than one year

Responsibilities

• Deliver OT services under a physician-approved plan of care
• Ensure care plan addresses identified problems and document rationale
• Ensure safety and effectiveness of OT delivery
• Complete timely and accurate documentation
• Supervise home health aide when RN is not active in the case
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT program

Current OT license

NBCOT eligibility

Job description

UnitedHealth Group seeks an Occupational Therapist Per Diem to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence and safety in daily living activities. You will collaborate with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary team to develop personalized plans per physician orders and agency policies.

The role requires ACOTE-accredited OT education, active OT license in the state, CPR certification, and NBCOT eligibility.