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Occupational Therapist

UnitedHealth Group

#CPR Certification #Patient Care #Healthcare #Occupational Therapy #Home Health #Post-Acute Care #Adaptive Equipment #Rehabilitation Services #Clinical Evaluation

Quick overview

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for assessing and evaluating patient care needs related to functional status, activities of daily living, and fine motor coordination. They develop and implement therapy plans of care in coordination with physicians and other healthcare team members.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a current Occupational Therapy license in the state of practice, a valid driver's license, and vehicle insurance. CPR certification and the ability to work independently are preferred.

professional certificateCommunicationTime ManagementWritingOrganizational SkillsCare PlanningPatient AssessmentIndependent WorkClinical DocumentationAdaptive EquipmentEvidence-Based TechniquesActivities Of Daily Living (ADL)Fine Motor CoordinationFunctional Status EvaluationHome Assessments

Job description

Explore opportunities with Deaconess Homecare, 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.
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As the Occupational Therapist in Home Health, you will be responsible for assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status, activities of daily living, fine motor coordination, home assessments and adaptive equipment, and other occupational therapy needs as defined by medical conditions.
Primary Responsibilities: Provides service within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of Occupational Therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, using evidence-based techniques, and in coordination with other members of the health care team Evaluates the patient’s functional status, status of all body systems as required for CMS documentation, and occupational therapy needs.
Consults with the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care Observes, records, and reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition Conducts patient assessments evaluating the level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client You’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 licensure in state of practice Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications

Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously Demonstrated ability to work independently Good communication, writing, and organizational skills

$71,776 - $107,664 annual total cash target pay $34.51 - $51.76 per visit point $41.41 - $62.11 hourly rate

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