Occupational Therapy Assistant - Home Health Impact

Optum; Matthews (NC); Remote; USD 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled services in patients' homes, supporting independence and daily living.

Under supervision of a licensed OT, the OTA implements plans, documents outcomes, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team. The position emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and effective rehabilitation in home health settings.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited OTA program.
• Current license to practice as an OTA in the state assigned.
• Eligible to take NBCOT certification after graduation.
• Current CPR certification.
• 1+ years of OTA experience; less than 1 year requires mentoring and regional leadership approval.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled interventions under the direction and supervision of an occupational therapist.
• Documents each visit according to guidelines for the patient’s clinical record.
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatment and changes in condition to supervising OT and clinical staff.
• Provides patient/caregiver resources for future ADL/IADL needs.
• Promotes wellness and prevention by promoting occupational engagement.
• Demonstrates knowledge of community resources/services and makes follow-up care recommendations.
• Keeps abreast of OTA trends and knowledge for service provision and care coordination.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

ACOTE-accredited OTA program

Licensed OTA in state

NBCOT eligibility

CPR certification

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled services in patients' homes, supporting independence and daily living.

Under supervision of a licensed OT, the OTA implements plans, documents outcomes, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team. The position emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and effective rehabilitation in home health settings.