In-Home Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - PRN/FT

UnitedHealth Group; Wimauma (FL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Orlando Health Home Care is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide in-home occupational therapy, helping patients regain maximum independence.

This position can be PRN or Full Time and requires a valid COTA license, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license with vehicle access.

You will work under an OT supervisor, following care plans, documenting patient progress, and educating families in home settings.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure in state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Responsibilities

• Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising OT
• Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant and according to the state laws governing occupational therapy assistants
• Observes, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition
• Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant

Job description

UnitedHealth Group in Orlando Health Home Care is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide in-home occupational therapy, helping patients regain maximum independence.

This position can be PRN or Full Time and requires a valid COTA license, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license with vehicle access.

You will work under an OT supervisor, following care plans, documenting patient progress, and educating families in home settings.