In-Home Occupational Therapist: Elevate Daily Living

Optum; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence and safety. You will collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans in accordance with physician orders and agency policies.

The role covers delivery of OT services in home-based settings with responsibilities including documentation, care planning, and collaboration with RNs and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice occupational therapy in the assigned state.
• ACOTE-accredited OT program.
• Eligible to take or has completed NBCOT exam.
• One year related OT experience; mentoring if less than one year.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

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

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT program

NBCOT eligibility/certification

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence and safety. You will collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans in accordance with physician orders and agency policies.

The role covers delivery of OT services in home-based settings with responsibilities including documentation, care planning, and collaboration with RNs and other professionals.