Per Diem OT Assistant — Home Health

Optum; Wilmington (OH); On-site; USD 50,852 - 76,277; Part time

Job summary

Optum is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant - Per Diem to provide in-home occupational therapy services, helping patients regain maximum physical ability in a home-based setting.

The role requires state licensure, a valid driver's license, and reliable transportation, with per diem scheduling and pay structures described in the compensation section. Training and adherence to care plans are essential to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure in state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.

Responsibilities

• Follow all state specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy in home care, and abide by the treatment set only as defined by the supervising OT.
• Follow the plan of care, instruct and aid patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant and according to the state laws governing occupational therapy assistants.
• Observe, record, and report to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition.
• Instruct patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant.
• Function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.

Skills

OTA licensure

Driver's license

Job description

Optum is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant - Per Diem to provide in-home occupational therapy services, helping patients regain maximum physical ability in a home-based setting.

The role requires state licensure, a valid driver's license, and reliable transportation, with per diem scheduling and pay structures described in the compensation section. Training and adherence to care plans are essential to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.