Impactful Home Health Occupational Therapist (Per Diem)

Optum; Advance (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks an Occupational Therapist Per Diem to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence and safety. You will collaborate with patients, families and the care team to create individualized plans of care and deliver therapy per physician orders.

This per diem role focuses on improving daily living skills after illness or injury. Travel to patients’ homes is required, with scheduling that supports work-life balance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• ACOTE-accredited OT program completed.
• Current state OT license to practice.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification.
• Eligible to take NBCOT exam or already completed.
• At least 1 year OT experience or regional clinical lead approval with mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Deliver OT services per physician-approved plan of care.
• Ensure plan of care addresses identified problems.
• Ensure safety and effectiveness of OT service delivery.
• Complete documentation timely and accurately.
• Supervise home health aide when RN not active in the case.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

ACOTE-accredited program

OT License (state)

Driver's License

Current CPR certification

NBCOT eligibility

1 year OT experience/mentoring

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks an Occupational Therapist Per Diem to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence and safety. You will collaborate with patients, families and the care team to create individualized plans of care and deliver therapy per physician orders.

This per diem role focuses on improving daily living skills after illness or injury. Travel to patients’ homes is required, with scheduling that supports work-life balance and professional growth.