COTA - Amarillo, TX

UnitedHealth Group•Amarillo, TX

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Elite Home Health, a part of LHC Group and Optum, is seeking an Occupational Therapist Assistant (Per Diem) to provide occupational therapy to patients in their homes. The role focuses on restoring patients to their fullest physical ability. The company emphasizes a culture of Caring, Connecting, and Growing together, offering an environment for performance recognition and career development.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment

Responsibilities

Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising OT
Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant and according to the state laws governing occupational therapy assistants
Observes, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition
Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant
Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client