Occupational Therapist Assistant- PRN
About The Position
As an Occupational Therapist Assistant – Per Diem with Mederi Caretenders, part of LHC Group and the Optum family of businesses, you will provide occupational therapy to patients in their homes to help restore them to their fullest physical ability. You will work under the direction of a supervising occupational therapist, follow the plan of care, and provide evidence-based treatment within the scope of your role and applicable state laws. The position involves communicating patient responses and changes in condition to the nurse supervisor and physician, and instructing patients, families, caregivers, and other health care team members about therapy. The role requires the ability to function in home settings with clients regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition. The position is paid through per-visit-point compensation for visits and hourly compensation for certain non-visit activities, such as orientation. The stated annual total cash target pay assumes full-time employment at 40 weekly hours and full productivity; actual compensation may vary based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Current Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure in the state of practice.
- Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or access to public transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Current CPR certification or ability to obtain it within 90 days of employment.
Responsibilities
- Follow state-specific laws governing occupational therapy in home care and provide treatment only as defined by the supervising occupational therapist.
- Follow the plan of care and instruct and assist patients with evidence-based treatment within the occupational therapy assistant’s scope of practice and applicable state laws.
- Observe, record, and report the patient’s response to treatment and changes in condition to the nurse supervisor and physician.
- Instruct patients, families, caregivers, and other health care team members in therapy within the occupational therapy assistant’s scope of practice.
- Function in home settings with clients regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase plan, subject to eligibility requirements.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
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