OT Assistant

UnitedHealth Group•Shelton, CT

4d•$58,881 - $88,321

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice and community-based services. The Occupational Therapy Assistant provides 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, 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 role is compensated through per-visit-point pay for visits and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities. Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs, and weekly visit volume varies according to productivity targets and the productivity points assigned to visits. The stated annual total cash target pay assumes full-time employment at 40 hours per week and full productivity. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is offered to external candidates. UnitedHealth Group describes its mission as helping people live healthier lives and making the health system work better. It states a commitment to an inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity and drug-free workplace. 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 assigned state.
Eligible to take, or have successfully completed, the entry-level NBCOT certification examination for occupational therapy assistants.
Current CPR certification.
At least 1 year of related occupational therapy assistant experience to ensure sufficient knowledge and skills to safely provide occupational therapy services. Applicants with less than 1 year of experience require approval from regional clinical leaders and appropriate mentoring and/or an established residency program.
Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
Must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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 the patient's 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 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 related to service provision, documentation skills, and care coordination.
Perform other duties as assigned.