Occupational Therapist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on618, Henry Clay Street, Shelbyville, Shelby County, Kentucky, 40065, United States
About the Team
Caretenders is 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. This includes our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other, and the communities we serve. We invite you to find a home for your career here and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
At 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.
About the Role
As an Occupational Therapist in Home Health, you will play a vital role in assessing and evaluating patient care needs related to functional status, activities of daily living, fine motor coordination, home assessments, and adaptive equipment. You will provide service within the scope of practice as defined by state laws, using evidence-based techniques in coordination with other members of the health care team. Your work will involve evaluating the patient's functional status and occupational therapy needs, consulting with physicians to develop therapy plans of care, and reporting patient responses to treatment to the nurse supervisor and physician.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and provide clear direction on what it takes to succeed. The role offers development opportunities for other roles you may be interested in, allowing you to grow alongside the organization.
Hiring Process
Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace.
Equal Opportunity
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law. 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.
Work location
Work model: On-site
618, Henry Clay Street, Shelbyville, Shelby County, Kentucky, 40065, United States
Shelbyville, Kentucky
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAssess and evaluate patient care needs related to functional status and activities of daily living
- check_circleConduct patient assessments using diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests
- check_circleProvide occupational therapy services within state scope of practice using evidence-based techniques
- check_circleDevelop therapy plans of care in consultation with physicians
- check_circleEvaluate home environments and recommend adaptive equipment as needed
- check_circleObserve, record, and report patient response to treatment to nurses and physicians
Requirements
- verifiedCurrent Occupational Therapy licensure in state of practice
- verifiedCurrent CPR certification
- verifiedCurrent driver's license and vehicle insurance
- verifiedAccess to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
Nice to Have
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, demonstrated ability to work independently, good communication, writing, and organizational skills.
Benefits & Perks
check_circle$5,000 Sign On Bonuscheck_circle401k contributioncheck_circleEquity stock purchasecheck_circleIncentive and recognition programs
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Frequently asked questions about Occupational Therapist at Optum
What does a Occupational Therapist at Optum do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Occupational Therapist at Optum will assess and evaluate patient care needs related to functional status and activities of daily living; conduct patient assessments using diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests; provide occupational therapy services within state scope of practice using evidence-based techniques; and develop therapy plans of care in consultation with physicians.
What are the requirements for this Occupational Therapist role?expand_more
Optum is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Current Occupational Therapy licensure in state of practice; Current CPR certification; Current driver's license and vehicle insurance; and Access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
Where is the Occupational Therapist role at Optum located?expand_more
Occupational Therapist at Optum is based in 618, Henry Clay Street, Shelbyville, Shelby County, Kentucky, 40065, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Occupational Therapist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Optum has listed this Occupational Therapist role as on-site.
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Candidates for Occupational Therapist at Optum should have mid level.
What skills do you need for the Occupational Therapist role at Optum?expand_more
Key skills for Occupational Therapist at Optum include Occupational Therapy; and CPR Certification.
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Occupational Therapist at Optum is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.