Occupational Therapist - Katy, TX

UnitedHealth Group•Houston, TX

3h•$43 - $64•Remote

About The Position

Elite Home Health, a part of LHC Group and a member of the Optum family, is seeking a per diem Occupational Therapist for their Home Health division. This role involves assessing and evaluating patient care needs related to functional status, activities of daily living, fine motor coordination, home assessments, and adaptive equipment. The therapist will work within the scope of practice defined by state laws, following a plan of care using evidence-based techniques and collaborating with the healthcare team. Responsibilities include evaluating patient functional status, consulting with physicians on the therapy plan of care, and observing, recording, and reporting patient responses to treatment and changes in condition. The role requires the ability to function in any home situation, regardless of the client's background or financial status. The company offers a rewarding and challenging environment with clear direction for success and opportunities for development.

Requirements

Current Occupational Therapy 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 complete within 90 days of hire
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Proven good communication, writing, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Provides service within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of Occupational Therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, using evidence-based techniques, and in coordination with other members of the health care team
Evaluates the patient’s functional status, status of all body systems as required for CMS documentation, and occupational therapy needs. Consults with the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care
Observes, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition
Conducts patient assessments evaluating the level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests
Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client