Per Diem Home Health Occupational Therapist

Optum; King (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks an Occupational Therapist Per Diem to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence, safety, and improved quality of life. You will collaborate with patients, families, and the care team to develop individualized plans in accordance with physician orders and agency policies.

Requirements include an ACOTE-accredited OT program, NC OT license, CPR certification, and NBCOT eligibility or completion, with at least one year of related OT

Qualifications

• Graduate of ACOTE-accredited OT program.
• Current OT license in NC.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation.
• CPR certification.
• NBCOT exam completed or eligible.
• One year OT experience or approval for mentoring if less than one year.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to home health patients under physician-approved plan of care.
• Ensure plan of care addresses identified problems and documents rationale when not addressed.
• Ensure safety and effectiveness of OT service delivery; timely, accurate documentation.
• Supervise home health aide when RN is not active in the case.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR Certification

Driver's License

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT program

NC OT license

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, seeks an Occupational Therapist Per Diem to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence, safety, and improved quality of life. You will collaborate with patients, families, and the care team to develop individualized plans in accordance with physician orders and agency policies.

Requirements include an ACOTE-accredited OT program, NC OT license, CPR certification, and NBCOT eligibility or completion, with at least one year of related OT