OT Assistant

UnitedHealth Group•Somersworth, NH

10d•$56,204 - $84,307

About The Position

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) with Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, you will provide skilled therapeutic services to patients in their homes to support functional independence and improve daily living skills. Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will implement individualized treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and document outcomes in compliance with physician orders and regulatory requirements. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and effective rehabilitation in the home care environment. The position uses a combination of per-visit-point compensation for patient visits and hourly compensation for certain non-visit activities, such as orientation. The stated annual total cash target assumes full-time employment of 40 hours per week at full productivity. Compensation depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered to external candidates. Benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements. Amedisys provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands describe an inclusive workplace and are equal opportunity and drug-free workplace employers; candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant program accredited by ACOTE of AOTA, or successor organizations of ACOTE.
Current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant in the state assigned for work.
Eligible to take, or have successfully completed, the NBCOT entry-level certification examination for occupational therapy assistants.
Current CPR certification.
At least 1 year of related occupational therapy assistant experience. Applicants with less than 1 year require approval from regional clinical leaders and appropriate mentoring and/or an established residency program.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled interventions in accordance with the physician-approved plan of care and under the direction and supervision of an occupational therapist.
Document each visit according to AOTA documentation guidelines and accepted regulatory standards for inclusion in the patient's clinical record.
Observe, record, and report the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition to the supervising OT, physician, and other appropriate clinical staff.
Provide patients and caregivers with resources for future ADL/IADL needs.
Promote wellness and prevention through occupational engagement.
Demonstrate knowledge of available community resources and services.
Make recommendations for follow-up care in coordination with the care center that admitted the patient or client.
Keep abreast of occupational therapy trends and knowledge relevant to service provision, documentation skills, and care coordination.
Perform other duties as assigned.