OT Assistant

Amedisys • Macon, GA

397d • $83,200 - $104,000

About The Position

The OT Assistant position at Amedisys is a part-time role focused on providing skilled interventions in homecare settings under the supervision of an occupational therapist. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, documentation, and promoting wellness and prevention through occupational engagement. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment with flexible scheduling.

Requirements

• Current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant in the state of assignment.
• Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant program accredited by ACOTE or successor organizations.
• Eligible to take or has successfully completed the entry-level certification examination for occupational therapy assistants by NBCOT.
• One year of related occupational therapy assistant experience, or approval from regional clinical leaders if less than one year, along with appropriate mentoring or residency program.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled interventions in accordance with the physician approved plan of care and under the direction and supervision of an occupational therapist.
• Documents each visit according to AOTA documentation guidelines and accepted regulatory standards for inclusion in the patient's clinical record.
• Observes, records, and reports the patient's response to treatment and any change in the patient's condition to the supervising OT, physician, and other appropriate clinical staff.
• Provides patient/caregiver resources for future ADL/IADL needs.
• Promotes wellness and prevention by promoting occupational engagement.
• Demonstrates knowledge of available community resources/services.
• Makes recommendations for follow-up care in coordination with the care center that admitted the patient/client.
• Keeps abreast of occupational therapy trends and knowledge for service provision, documentation skills, and care coordination.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans.
• Paid time off.
• Up to $1,300 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan.
• Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year.
• Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Family support with infertility treatment coverage, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
• Fleet vehicle program and mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed