OT Assistant

Amedisys; Franklinton (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to home healthcare, where you can make a meaningful impact in patients' lives. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for advancement and a focus on work-life balance. Enjoy an attractive pay structure and a comprehensive benefits package, including mental health support and wellness rewards. As an occupational therapy assistant, you'll provide essential care and support to patients in their homes, ensuring they receive the best possible treatment. If you're passionate about making a difference and want to grow your career in a stable and community-focused organization, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Free healthcare services

Wellness rewards

Mental health support

401(k) with company match

Family support benefits

Fleet vehicle program

Mileage reimbursement

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant.
• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited program with NBCOT eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled interventions under supervision of an occupational therapist.
• Documents visits according to AOTA guidelines and reports patient conditions.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Patient Care

Documentation Skills

Wellness Promotion

Education

ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

NBCOT Certification

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.

Attractive pay

• $30 to $36.00 Hourly

What's in it for you

• A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans.
• Paid time off.
• Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan.
• Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities completed during the year, supporting your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, hobbies, pets, and more.*
• Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Family support including infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.
• And more.

*Benefit eligibility varies by position and shift status. To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan.

Why Amedisys?

• Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings.
• Job stability and opportunities for advancement within a growing company.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact by providing much-needed care where patients want to be — in their homes.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled interventions according to the physician-approved plan of care under the supervision of an occupational therapist.
• Documents each visit following AOTA guidelines and regulatory standards for the patient's clinical record.
• Observes, records, and reports patient responses and condition changes to the supervising OT, physician, and clinical staff.
• Provides resources for patients/caregivers for future ADL/IADL needs.
• Promotes wellness and prevention through occupational engagement.
• Demonstrates knowledge of community resources/services.
• Makes follow-up care recommendations in coordination with the admitting care center.
• Keeps current with occupational therapy trends, documentation, and care coordination.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant in the assigned state.
• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
• Eligible for or has completed the NBCOT certification exam.
• At least one year of occupational therapy assistant experience, with approval from regional clinical leaders if less than one year, plus mentoring or residency as needed.
• Current CPR certification.

Our compensation varies by location, knowledge, skills, and experience.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics.

About the company

At Amedisys, each of us is a caregiver at heart, whether caring for patients directly or supporting those who do.