Occupational Therapy Assistant, COTA | Tampa, Florida | LHC Group

Occupational Therapist Assistant - Per DiemAs the Occupational Therapist Assistant - Per Diem, you will be providing occupational therapy to patients in their homes to restore them to their fullest physical ability.Primary Responsibilities:Following all state specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising OTFollowing the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant and according to the state laws governing occupational therapy assistantsObserves, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's conditionInstructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the occupational therapy assistantYou'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.Required Qualifications:Current Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure in state of practiceCurrent driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportationAbility to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the clientPreferred Qualifications:Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of employmentPay Range $45,400 - $100,400 annual total cash target pay $26.19 - $57.92 per visit point $21.83 - $48.27 hourly rateAnnual total cash compensation for this role assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity and generally follows the range above. Total cash compensation includes earnings from per visit point rate compensation. This role receives two types of compensation depending on the work being performed. When conducting visits, you will be paid per visit point rate compensation. Your per visit pay will be calculated by multiplying your per visit point rate by the productivity points you accrue for various types of visits. Each type of visit is assigned a certain number of productivity points that is inclusive of 'direct' and 'indirect' patient care activities. Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs. The number of visits performed each week will vary based on individual productivity targets and the productivity points assigned to the visits performed. You will be paid your hourly rate for certain non-visit activities such as orientation. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.