Impactful Home Health Occupational Therapist

UnitedHealth Group; Sacramento (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Stock purchase plan

401(k) contribution

Recognition programs

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in the United States is seeking an Occupational Therapist in Home Health to assess and address patient care needs related to functional status, daily living activities, and home environment adaptations.

You will work within a care team, follow CMS guidelines, and coordinate with physicians to develop and implement a comprehensive plan of care. This role offers a competitive pay range and benefits package, including equity stock purchase and 401(k) contributions.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to work in diverse home settings.

Responsibilities

• Provides service within scope of practice as defined by state laws governing the practice of Occupational Therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, using evidence‑based techniques, and in coordination with other members of the health care team
• Evaluates the patient’s functional status, status of all body systems as required for CMS documentation, and occupational therapy needs. Consults with the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care
• Observes, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient’s response to treatment and changes to the patient’s condition
• Conducts patient assessments evaluating the level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests

Skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Multitasking

Independent work

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Writing skills

Job description

UnitedHealth Group in the United States is seeking an Occupational Therapist in Home Health to assess and address patient care needs related to functional status, daily living activities, and home environment adaptations.

You will work within a care team, follow CMS guidelines, and coordinate with physicians to develop and implement a comprehensive plan of care. This role offers a competitive pay range and benefits package, including equity stock purchase and 401(k) contributions.