Home Health OTA - Elevate Independence & Care

Optum; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) contribution

Recognition programs

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide skilled home health services, supporting functional independence under supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. You will document outcomes, monitor progress, and deliver patient-centered care in the home setting.

Responsibilities include performing planned interventions, coordinating with the care team, and guiding patients and caregivers on ADL/IADL activities.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant, specific to the state you are assigned to work.
• Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant program, ACOTE-accredited.
• Eligible to take, or has completed, NBCOT entry-level certification exam.
• One year related occupational therapy assistant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled interventions under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
• Documents visits according to guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Monitors patient progress and reports changes to the supervising OT and clinicians.
• Provides patient/caregiver resources for future ADL/IADL needs.
• Promotes wellness and occupational engagement.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

ACOTE-accredited OTA program

NBCOT eligibility

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide skilled home health services, supporting functional independence under supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. You will document outcomes, monitor progress, and deliver patient-centered care in the home setting.

Responsibilities include performing planned interventions, coordinating with the care team, and guiding patients and caregivers on ADL/IADL activities.