OT Assistant

UnitedHealth Group•Rock Hill, SC

5d•$53,528 - $80,292

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) provides skilled therapeutic services to patients in their homes to support functional independence and improve daily living skills. Working under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the OTA implements individualized treatment plans, monitors patient progress, and documents 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 offers performance recognition, clear direction for success, and development opportunities for other roles. Compensation includes per-visit-point pay for visits and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities. The stated annual cash target assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity; actual compensation depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. Visits vary based on patient and business needs. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

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 specific to the state assigned to work.
Eligible to take, or have successfully completed, the entry-level occupational therapy assistant certification examination developed and administered by NBCOT.
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 any change in condition to the supervising OT, physician, and other appropriate clinical staff.
Provide patient and caregiver resources for future ADL/IADL needs.
Promote wellness and prevention by encouraging 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 related to service provision, documentation skills, and care coordination.
Perform other duties as assigned.