Occupational Therapist | Murfreesboro, Tennessee | Amedisys

Occupational TherapistExplore opportunities with Amedisys, 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, you will evaluate and treat patients in their homes to promote independence, safety, and improved quality of life. This role focuses on helping individuals regain or maintain the skills needed for daily living following illness, injury, or functional decline. You will collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans in accordance with physician orders and agency policies.Primary Responsibilities:Responsible for all aspects of occupational therapy service delivery provided under a physician approved plan of careEnsures the plan of care addresses all problems identified in the assessment or documents rationale if identified problems are not addressed in the plan of careAccountable for the safety and effectiveness of the occupational therapy service delivery processCompletes documentation timely and accuratelySupervises home health aide when RN is not active in the caseOther duties as assignedYou'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:Graduate of an occupational therapy program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA), or successor organizations of ACOTECurrent license to practice occupational therapy specific to the state you are assigned to workEligible to take, or has successfully completed, the entry-level certification examination for occupational therapists developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT)Current CPR certification1+ years related occupational therapy experience to ensure knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide occupational therapy services to patients. If less than one (1) year experience, then approval from regional clinical leaders required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or residency program establishedPay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $78,508 to $117,762 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.