Occupational Therapist - Athens TX

Optum; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 75,998 - 113,997; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Christus Home Care in Athens, TX is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist to support patients in their homes. You will assess functional needs, plan therapy, and coordinate with the health care team to optimize daily living activities.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient safety, and compassionate care. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary range, and opportunities for professional growth within the Optum family.

Qualifications

• Must hold current OT licensure in the state of practice.
• Must hold CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and access to a dependable vehicle or reliable transportation.
• Ability to work in diverse home settings with sensitivity to all clients.

Responsibilities

• Provides service within the scope of practice as defined by state law and plan of care, using evidence-based techniques.
• Evaluates functional status and ADLs, and consults with the physician in care planning.
• Observes and reports patient response to treatment to the nurse supervisor and physician.
• Conducts patient assessments using functional ability tests.

Education

Occupational Therapy licensure (state)

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 a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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.