OT Assistant

Amedisys; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Family support programs

Job summary

Amedisys is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled interventions in patients' homes, under supervision of an OT. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient progression, and coordination with the care team to support recovery in familiar surroundings.

The position requires an ACOTE-accredited OTA education and eligibility for NBCOT, with CPR certification and at least one year of OTA experience. Home-based care offers growth and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant (state-specific).
• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited OTA program.
• Eligible to take NBCOT entry-level exam.
• Minimum of 1 year OTA experience; mentoring/leadership approval needed if less.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled OTA interventions per physician-approved plan of care under supervision.
• Document each visit per AOTA guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Observe and report patient responses and changes to supervising OT and care team.
• Provide resources to patients/caregivers for ADL/IADL needs after discharge.
• Promote wellness through engagement in meaningful activities and community resources.

Skills

CPR certification

Licensed OTA

Documentation skills

Patient care

Education

ACOTE-accredited OTA program

NBCOT eligibility

Job description

Overview

Full Time Position, Mileage Reimbursement. Make a difference every day as an Amedisys occupational therapist assistant. Join Amedisys -one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home.

Attractive pay

• $44-$54 Base Rate (Converting to Per Visit)

What's in it for you

• Choice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth.
• Paid time off.
• Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan.
• Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities-use for spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets and more.*
• Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.
• And more.

*Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status. Participation requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled interventions in accordance with the physician approved plan of care and under the direction and supervision of an occupational therapist.
• Provides documentation of each visit according to AOTA documentation guidelines and accepted regulatory standards for inclusion in the patient's clinical record.
• Observes, records and reports the patient's response to treatment and any change in the patient's condition to the supervising OT, physician and other appropriate clinical staff.
• Provides patient/caregiver resources for future ADL/IADL needs.
• Promotes wellness and prevention by promotion of occupational engagement.
• Demonstrates knowledge of available community resources/services.
• Makes recommendations for follow-up care in coordination with the care center that admitted the patient/client.
• Keeps abreast of occupational therapy trends and knowledge for the service provision, documentation skills and care coordination.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant, specific to the state you are assigned to work.
• Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant program, accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA), or successor organizations of ACOTE.
• Eligible to take, or has successfully completed, the entry-level certification examination for occupational therapy assistants, developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT).
• One year related occupational therapy assistant experience to ensure knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide occupational therapy services to patients.
  • If less than one year of experience, then approval from regional clinical leaders required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or residency program established.
• Current CPR certification.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.