What does a Occupational Therapist at Optum do?

Day-to-day, the Occupational Therapist at Optum will evaluate patient functional status and occupational therapy needs; conduct patient assessments using diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests; provide occupational therapy services within state scope of practice; and develop therapy plans of care in consultation with physicians.

What are the requirements for this Occupational Therapist role?

To qualify for the Occupational Therapist 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.

Is this Occupational Therapist job remote, hybrid, or on-site?

Optum has listed this Occupational Therapist role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Occupational Therapist role?

Candidates for Occupational Therapist at Optum should have mid level.

What skills do you need for the Occupational Therapist role at Optum?

Key skills for Occupational Therapist at Optum include Occupational Therapy; CPR Certification; Functional Ability Tests; and Adaptive Equipment.

What category does the Occupational Therapist role belong to?

Occupational Therapist at Optum is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.

Occupational Therapist — Forrest City, AR at Optum

About the Team

Elite Home Health 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 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 deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, location, or income. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities.

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 services within the scope of practice defined by state laws, utilizing evidence-based techniques in coordination with the broader healthcare team. Your work involves evaluating patient functional status, consulting with physicians to develop therapy plans of care, and monitoring patient responses to treatment.

You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that challenges you and provides clear direction on what it takes to succeed. The role offers opportunities for development into other positions within the organization.

Hiring Process

Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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. We are committed to enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities.

Work location

Work model: On-site

111, West Broadway Avenue, Forrest City, St. Francis County, Arkansas, 72335, United States

Forrest City, Arkansas

Key Responsibilities

check_circleEvaluate patient functional status and occupational therapy needs
check_circleConduct patient assessments using diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests
check_circleProvide occupational therapy services within state scope of practice
check_circleDevelop therapy plans of care in consultation with physicians
check_circleObserve, record, and report patient response to treatment to supervisors and physicians
check_circleCoordinate care with other members of the healthcare team

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_circleIncentive and recognition programscheck_circleEquity stock purchasecheck_circle401k contribution

Occupational Therapist