Occupational Therapist Assistant

Occupational Therapist AssistantExplore opportunities with Caretenders, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.As the Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will be for providing occupational therapy to patients in their homes to restore them to their fullest physical ability. Primary Responsibilities:Responsible for 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 assistantAbility to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the clientYou'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 transportationState Specific Requirements:Must be certified and in good standing with the National Board for Certification in Occupational TherapyPreferred Qualifications:Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hireDemonstrate ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneouslyDemonstrate ability to work independentlyGood communication, writing, and organizational skillsPay RangeAnnual Target Pay - $56,204 - $84,307Hourly Pay Range - $27.02 - $40.53Per Visit Point Pay Range - $32.43 - $48.64At 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.