Independent Home Health Occupational Therapist

Optum; Hurlock (MD); On-site; USD 84,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Competitive pay & benefits

Flexible scheduling

CE & professional development

Career growth in national company

Job summary

Optum Home & Community Care in Salisbury seeks an Occupational Therapist to help patients stay independent at home. You will evaluate individuals, create personalized treatment plans, and promote safety and daily function in the home setting.

You will educate families, collaborate with care teams, and document progress to support positive outcomes. Maryland OT license, CPR, and a valid driver’s license are required; a sign-on bonus is available.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Maryland OT license or ability to obtain before employment.
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Help patients improve functional independence and safety at home.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and care teams.
• Complete timely documentation and contribute to quality patient outcomes.

Skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Optum Home & Community Care in Salisbury seeks an Occupational Therapist to help patients stay independent at home. You will evaluate individuals, create personalized treatment plans, and promote safety and daily function in the home setting.

You will educate families, collaborate with care teams, and document progress to support positive outcomes. Maryland OT license, CPR, and a valid driver’s license are required; a sign-on bonus is available.