Occupational Therapist Assistant Home Health

CenterWell Home Health; Tennessee; On-site; USD 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to improving patient health and independence as a Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant. In this role, you will provide essential therapy services, assist in vocational programs, and design adaptive equipment to enhance patients' quality of life. This position offers a supportive environment where your skills can make a significant impact on community health. With a focus on whole-person care, you will collaborate with a diverse team to ensure patients receive the best possible support. Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits as part of a forward-thinking organization committed to your professional growth.

Benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

Employee assistance programs

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Wellness rewards

Clinician recognition programs

Qualifications

• Current OTA licensure is required.
• Minimum of six months experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services under supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist.
• Assist in implementing vocational programs to enhance task performance.
• Document patient progress and maintain required records.

Skills

OTA licensure

Occupational therapy experience

CPR certification

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Driver's license and transportation

Job description

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first

As a Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will:

• Provide therapy services planned, delegated, and supervised by a qualified Occupational Therapist in accordance with the patient’s Plan of Treatment.
• Assist in implementing vocational/education programs and activities established by a registered Occupational Therapist to restore, reinforce, and enhance task performance, diminish or correct pathology, and promote/maintain health and self-sufficiency.
• Design or adapt equipment and the working and/or living environment. Fabricate devices to assist and improve function, independence, and community participation where possible.
• Provide therapeutic treatment and instruction to patients as directed by the qualified Occupational Therapist and in accordance with physician orders to improve/restore strength, coordination, range of motion, and function, or teach compensation measures.
• Report observations and information to the Occupational Therapist and/or Clinical Supervisor, document in patient records, and assist with progress reports. Maintain and submit required documentation.
• Instruct patients and families on home programs and the use of adaptive equipment.
• Participate in care coordination and discharge planning, acting as a resource to other healthcare personnel to meet patient needs.
• Design community reintegration activities to aid physical reconditioning and psychological adjustment, coordinating plans with the interdisciplinary team.

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Experience/Skills:

• Current and unrestricted OTA licensure
• Minimum of six months occupational therapist assistant experience preferred
• Home Health experience a plus
• Current CPR certification
• Good organizational and communication skills
• A valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are required.

Pay Range and Benefits

The compensation range below is a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours/week) employment at the time of posting. Actual pay may vary based on location, skills, experience, and other factors.

• $37.00 - $52.00 per visit/unit
• $58,400 - $80,000 per year base pay

Benefits include paid time off, 401(k), employee assistance programs, medical, dental, and vision benefits, wellness rewards, clinician recognition programs, and more. Full-time and part-time roles are benefit-eligible.

About Us

CenterWell Home Health offers personalized, comprehensive home care for patients managing chronic conditions or recovering from injury, illness, surgery, or hospitalization. Our team includes nurses, therapists, aides, and social workers dedicated to helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life. As part of Humana, CenterWell is committed to whole-person health and offers stability, benefits, and career growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Humana is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. We also take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, adhering to all applicable laws and regulations.