Occupational Therapist Assistant - COTA

Occupational Therapist Assistant - Per DiemExplore opportunities with Patient Care, a part of LHC Group. As part of the Optum family of businesses, we provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.As the Occupational Therapist Assistant - Per Diem, you will be for 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 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 Requirement:Must be certified and in good standing with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy: NJPreferred Qualification:Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of employmentPay Range $61,557 - $92,336 annual total cash target pay $35.51 - $53.27 per visit point $29.59 - $44.39 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 pay and hourly pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. 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).