Occupational Therapist - Athens TX

UnitedHealth Group; Athens (TX); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Incentive programs

401k

Stock purchase program

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist in Athens, TX to join our home health team. You will assess and evaluate patients, coordinate with physicians, and support patients' daily living activities in their home environments.

Requirements include current OT licensure in the state, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license with access to a reliable vehicle. Salary ranges from $75,998 to $113,997 annually, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy licensure in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license with access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of client background.

Responsibilities

• Provides OT services within the scope of practice defined by state laws and plan of care.
• Evaluates functional status and coordinates with physicians for therapy plans.
• Observes patient progress and communicates changes to the nurse and physician.
• Conducts patient assessments using functional ability tests.

Education

Occupational Therapy License

CPR Certification

Job description

Christus Home Care is hiring for a full-time Occupational Therapist to join our passionate team in Athens, TX!

Explore opportunities with Christus Homecare, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Occupational Therapist in Home Health, you will be responsible for assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status, activities of daily living, fine motor coordination, home assessments and adaptive equipment, and other occupational therapy needs as defined by medical conditions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides service within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of Occupational Therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, using evidence-based techniques, and in coordination with other members of the health care team
• Evaluates the patient's functional status, status of all body systems as required for CMS documentation, and occupational therapy needs. Consults with the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care
• Observes, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition
• Conducts patient assessments evaluating the level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The pay for this role will range from $75,998 - $113,997 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.