Home Health COTA

UnitedHealth Group•Portland, ME

4d•$53,528 - $80,292

About The Position

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), you will provide skilled therapeutic services to patients in their homes to support functional independence and improve daily living skills. Working under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will implement individualized treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and document outcomes in compliance with physician orders and regulatory requirements. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and effective rehabilitation in the home care environment. The position offers opportunities for performance recognition and development for other roles. Compensation includes per-visit-point pay for visits and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities. Annual total cash target pay assumes full-time employment at 40 weekly hours and full productivity. Compensation depends on factors including local labor markets, education, and work experience, and may increase over time based on productivity and performance. Benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant program accredited by ACOTE of AOTA, or successor organizations of ACOTE.
Current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant in the state assigned to work.
Eligible to take, or have successfully completed, the entry-level occupational therapy assistant certification examination developed and administered by NBCOT.
Current CPR certification.
At least 1 year of related occupational therapy assistant experience. Applicants with less than 1 year of experience require approval from regional clinical leaders as well as appropriate mentoring and/or an established residency program.
Pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled interventions in accordance with the physician-approved plan of care and under the direction and supervision of an occupational therapist.
Document each visit according to AOTA documentation guidelines and accepted regulatory standards for inclusion in the patient's clinical record.
Observe, record, and report the patient's response to treatment and any changes in the patient's condition to the supervising OT, physician, and other appropriate clinical staff.
Provide patients and caregivers with resources for future ADL/IADL needs.
Promote wellness and prevention by encouraging occupational engagement.
Demonstrate knowledge of available community resources and services.
Make recommendations for follow-up care in coordination with the care center that admitted the patient or client.
Keep abreast of occupational therapy trends and knowledge related to service provision, documentation skills, and care coordination.
Perform other duties as assigned.