COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
UnitedHealth Group • Chattanooga, TN4d • $50,852 - $76,277 • Onsite
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COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
UnitedHealth Group•Chattanooga, TN
•$50,852 - $76,277•Onsite
About The Position
Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will primarily see patients in Hamilton County and provide skilled therapeutic services in patients’ homes to support functional independence and improve daily living skills. Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the assistant implements individualized treatment plans, monitors patient progress, and documents outcomes in accordance with physician orders and regulatory requirements. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and effective rehabilitation in the home care environment. The position offers annual total cash target pay of $50,852–$76,277, per-visit-point compensation of $29.34–$44.01, and an hourly rate of $24.45–$36.67. Annual total cash compensation assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity. Compensation depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. Visits are paid using a per-visit-point rate, while certain non-visit activities, such as orientation, are paid hourly. The company states that it offers a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
Requirements
- Current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant specific to the state of assignment.
- Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant program accredited by ACOTE of AOTA, or successor organizations of ACOTE.
- Eligible to take, or have successfully completed, the entry-level occupational therapy assistant certification examination developed and administered by NBCOT.
- One year of related occupational therapy assistant experience to ensure sufficient knowledge and skills to safely provide occupational therapy services to patients. Candidates with less than one year of experience require approval from regional clinical leaders and appropriate mentoring and/or an established residency program.
- Current CPR certification.
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 related to service provision, documentation skills, and care coordination.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase plan
- 401(k) contribution
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
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