Occupational Therapist OT OTR

UnitedHealth Group•San Antonio, TX

3d•$78,508 - $117,762

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats patients in their homes to promote independence, safety, and improved quality of life. The role helps people regain or maintain daily living skills following illness, injury, or functional decline. The therapist collaborates with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans in accordance with physician orders and agency policies. The position is responsible for occupational therapy service delivery under a physician-approved plan of care, ensuring the plan addresses assessment findings or documenting why identified problems are not addressed. The therapist is accountable for the safety and effectiveness of care, completes documentation timely and accurately, and supervises the home health aide when an RN is not active in the case. Other duties may be assigned. The employer describes a culture of caring, connecting, and growing, with performance recognition, direction for success, and development opportunities. Compensation depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. The stated annual salary range is $78,508 to $117,762 based on full-time employment. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. The organization describes its mission as helping people live healthier lives and improving the health system through technology and innovation. It states a commitment to an inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunity. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

Graduate of an occupational therapy program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA), or successor organizations of ACOTE.
Current license to practice occupational therapy in the state assigned.
Eligible to take, or have successfully completed, the entry-level occupational therapist certification examination developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT).
Current CPR certification.
At least 1 year of occupational therapy experience; if experience is less than 1 year, approval from regional clinical leaders and appropriate mentoring and/or participation in a residency program are required.
Pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Responsibilities

Deliver occupational therapy services under a physician-approved plan of care.
Ensure the plan of care addresses all problems identified in the assessment, or document the rationale for any identified problems not addressed in the plan.
Maintain accountability for the safety and effectiveness of occupational therapy service delivery.
Complete documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
Supervise the home health aide when an RN is not active in the case.
Perform other duties as assigned.