Home Health OTA: Restore Independence at Home

Humana Inc; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide patient-centered care in patients' homes. You will work under an OT, contributing to rehabilitation plans and adaptive equipment design to improve strength, mobility and independence.

You will document progress, educate patients and families, and participate in discharge planning as part of an interdisciplinary team within Humana Inc."

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted OTA licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• A valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the Occupational Therapist in accordance with the patient’s Plan of Treatment.
• Assist in implementing vocational/education programs and activities established by the registered Occupational Therapist.
• Design/adapt equipment and living environments to support independence.
• Fabricate devices to assist and improve function and independence.
• Provide therapeutic treatment and instruction to patients under the OT guidance and physician orders.
• Document observations and report to OT and supervisor; maintain patient records and progress notes.
• Assist with preparation of progress reports and documentation.
• Instruct patients and families on home programs and use of adaptive equipment.
• Participate in care coordination and discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team.
• Design community reintegration activities to aid physical reconditioning and psychological adjustment.

Skills

OTA licensure

CPR certification

Driver's license

Tools

Valid auto insurance

Job description

CenterWell Home Health is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide patient-centered care in patients' homes. You will work under an OT, contributing to rehabilitation plans and adaptive equipment design to improve strength, mobility and independence.

You will document progress, educate patients and families, and participate in discharge planning as part of an interdisciplinary team within Humana Inc."