Per Diem OT: Home Health Empower Independence

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

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking an Occupational Therapist Per Diem to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence and safety. Work with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans according to physician orders and agency policies.

The role emphasizes delivering OT services in home health with flexible scheduling and potential for growth within a growing healthcare network.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an occupational therapy program accredited by ACOTE or successor organizations.
• Current license to practice occupational therapy in the assigned state.
• Driver's License and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification.
• Eligible to take, or has completed, NBCOT certification exam.
• One year of related OT experience or approval for mentoring/residency if less than one year.

Responsibilities

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

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT program

State OT license

NBCOT certification

CPR certification

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking an Occupational Therapist Per Diem to evaluate and treat patients in their homes, promoting independence and safety. Work with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans according to physician orders and agency policies.

The role emphasizes delivering OT services in home health with flexible scheduling and potential for growth within a growing healthcare network.