Occupational Therapist FT

UnitedHealth Group•Chester, SC

15h•$82,640 - $123,960•Onsite

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 individuals regain or maintain daily living skills following illness, injury, or functional decline, collaborating with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans in accordance with physician orders and agency policies. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for occupational therapy services delivered under a physician-approved plan of care, ensuring identified problems are addressed or documenting why they are not. The role is accountable for the safety and effectiveness of service delivery, timely and accurate documentation, and supervision of the home health aide when an RN is not active in the case. Other duties may be assigned. The employer describes a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. The stated annual salary range is $82,640 to $123,960 based on full-time employment; pay depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications.

Requirements

Current occupational therapy license specific to the state of assigned work.
Graduation from an occupational therapy program accredited by ACOTE of AOTA, or successor organizations of ACOTE.
Eligibility to take, or successful completion of, the entry-level occupational therapist certification examination developed and administered by NBCOT.
One year of related occupational therapy experience. If experience is less than one year, approval from regional clinical leaders and appropriate mentoring and/or an established residency program are required.
Current CPR certification.
Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.

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.
Ensure the safety and effectiveness of occupational therapy service delivery.
Complete documentation accurately and on time.
Supervise the home health aide when an RN is not active in the case.
Perform other duties as assigned.