Occupational Therapist-4 Days/Week
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onEl Dorado Police Department, 402, North West Avenue, El Dorado, Union County, Arkansas, 71730, United States
About the Team
South Arkansas Home Health is 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. Our culture is built on Caring. Connecting. Growing together. We create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other, and the communities we serve.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.
About the Role
As an Occupational Therapist in Home Health, you will be the cornerstone of patient care within the home setting. You will assess and evaluate patient care needs related to functional status, activities of daily living, fine motor coordination, and home assessments. Your work involves determining the need for adaptive equipment and addressing other occupational therapy needs as defined by medical conditions.
You will operate within the scope of practice defined by state laws, utilizing evidence-based techniques in coordination with the broader healthcare team. A key part of your day involves evaluating the patient's functional status and body systems to develop a therapy plan of care in consultation with physicians. You will continuously observe, record, and report patient responses to treatment and any changes in condition to the nurse supervisor and physician.
This role offers a challenging environment with clear direction on what it takes to succeed. You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance, with opportunities for development into other roles. You will work independently, managing multiple tasks while adapting to any home situation regardless of the client's background or financial condition.
Hiring Process
Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. The interview process will assess your clinical expertise, ability to work independently, and cultural fit within our team of caring professionals.
Equal Opportunity
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We provide consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to a diverse workforce and an inclusive environment.
Work location
Work model: On-site
El Dorado Police Department, 402, North West Avenue, El Dorado, Union County, Arkansas, 71730, United States
El Dorado, Arkansas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleEvaluate patient functional status and occupational therapy needs
- check_circleApply diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests
- check_circleProvide occupational therapy services within state scope of practice
- check_circleConduct home assessments and recommend adaptive equipment
- check_circleObserve and report patient response to treatment to supervisors
- check_circleDevelop therapy plans of care in consultation with 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
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A Occupational Therapist-4 Days/Week at Optum is responsible for the following: Evaluate patient functional status and occupational therapy needs; Apply diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests; Provide occupational therapy services within state scope of practice; and Conduct home assessments and recommend adaptive equipment.
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To qualify for the Occupational Therapist-4 Days/Week at Optum position, applicants should have: 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.
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Occupational Therapist-4 Days/Week at Optum is based in El Dorado Police Department, 402, North West Avenue, El Dorado, Union County, Arkansas, 71730, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Key skills for Occupational Therapist-4 Days/Week at Optum include Occupational Therapy; CPR Certification; Functional Ability Tests; and Adaptive Equipment.
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