Home Health OTA — Empower Independence in Home Rehab

Jobtome; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$7,500 Sign-on Bonus for External Cand

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled services in patients' homes under a licensed OT. You will implement plans of care, document outcomes, and collaborate with the care team to support functional independence.

Requires ACOTE-accredited OTA education, active state license, CPR, NBCOT eligibility, and at least 1 year of OTA experience. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are needed. Sign-on bonus available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited OTA program.
• Current license to practice as an OTA in the assigned state.
• Current CPR certification.
• Eligible to take or has completed the NBCOT entry‑level exam.
• 1+ years of OTA experience preferred to safely provide services.
• If under 1 year of experience, regional clinical leaders must approve with mentoring/residency.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled interventions under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
• Documents each visit per AOTA guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Monitors patient progress and reports changes to the supervising OT and clinical staff.
• Provides patient/caregiver resources for future ADL/IADL needs.
• Promotes wellness and occupational engagement.
• Recommends follow-up care in coordination with the care center.
• Keeps abreast of OT trends and knowledge for service provision and care coordination.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

ACOTE-accredited OTA program

State license to practice as OTA

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled services in patients' homes under a licensed OT. You will implement plans of care, document outcomes, and collaborate with the care team to support functional independence.

Requires ACOTE-accredited OTA education, active state license, CPR, NBCOT eligibility, and at least 1 year of OTA experience. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are needed. Sign-on bonus available.