Occupational Therapist Assistant

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As a therapist within our organization, you will report to the Home Health Branch Administration and play a crucial role in assisting patients to regain their strength, mobility, and independence—all from the comfort of their own homes. By providing tailored care that emphasizes rehabilitation and functional enhancement, you will empower individuals to overcome physical challenges, confidently engage in daily activities, and improve their overall quality of life.

Position: Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant

In this role, your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering therapy services as planned, delegated, and supervised by a licensed Occupational Therapist, in line with the patient’s Treatment Plan.
• Assisting in the execution of vocational and educational programs designed by the registered Occupational Therapist to restore, reinforce, and enhance task performance, correct pathology, and promote health and self-sufficiency.
• Designing or modifying equipment and living environments, as well as fabricating devices to aid in improving function and independence, and facilitating community participation when possible.
• Providing therapeutic treatment and guidance to patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist and in accordance with physician orders, aimed at enhancing strength, coordination, range of motion, and overall function, or teaching compensatory strategies.
• Documenting observations and information in patient records, preparing clinical notes, and assisting in the creation of progress reports. Maintaining and submitting required documentation as per organizational and facility standards.
• Educating patients and their families about home programs and the care and use of adaptive equipment.
• Engaging in care coordination and discharge planning activities, serving as a resource for other healthcare professionals to meet patient needs.
• Designing community reintegration activities to support clients in their physical reconditioning and psychological adjustment, coordinating plans with the interdisciplinary team.

Utilize Your Skills to Make a DifferenceRequired Qualifications:

• Current and valid Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) license.
• Current CPR certification.
• A valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and dependable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least six months of experience as an Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Experience in home health settings.

Compensation

• Pay per visit/unit: $41.00 - $57.00
• Annual base salary: $64,000 - $87,500

Additional Information

TB Screening: This position is considered patient-facing and is part of our Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected, you will need to undergo TB screening.

Driving Requirements: This role is included in our driver safety program, necessitating a valid state driver’s license and personal vehicle liability insurance. You must maintain insurance that meets or exceeds your state’s minimum requirements, or at least $25,000 for bodily injury per person, $25,000 for bodily injury per event, and $10,000 for property damage, whichever is higher.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40 hours

Pay Range

The compensation range provided reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. Actual pay may vary based on geographic location and individual qualifications, including skills, experience, education, and certifications.

• Annual salary: $64,000 - $87,500

Benefits Overview

Our organization offers a competitive benefits package that supports overall well-being. Benefits are designed to promote personal wellness and informed healthcare choices for you and your family, recognizing that life extends beyond work. Among the benefits provided are:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off, including personal holidays, volunteer time off, and paid parental and caregiver leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and various other opportunities.

About Us

We specialize in personalized, comprehensive home care for patients managing chronic conditions or recovering from injuries, illnesses, surgeries, or hospitalizations. Our care teams consist of nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers, all collaborating to help patients rehabilitate, recover, and regain their independence for healthier and happier lives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our organization is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We actively promote affirmative action to employ and advance individuals with disabilities or protected veteran status, basing all employment decisions solely on valid job requirements. This policy applies to all employment actions, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, demotions, layoffs, recalls, terminations, compensation, and training opportunities.