Occupational Therapist, OT
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onMorrison Bridge, Downtown, Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97204, United States
About the Team
Assured 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.
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 operate within the scope of practice defined by state laws, utilizing evidence-based techniques to develop and implement therapy plans of care in coordination with physicians and the broader healthcare team. Your work involves observing, recording, and reporting patient responses to treatment, ensuring that care is tailored to the unique environment and condition of each client.
You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment designed to challenge you and provide clear direction on what it takes to succeed. The role offers opportunities for development and growth, allowing you to explore various career paths within the organization.
Hiring Process
Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace committed to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all team members.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
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. We are committed to mitigating barriers to good health, which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We strive to deliver equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 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.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Morrison Bridge, Downtown, Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97204, United States
Portland, Oregon
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleEvaluate patient functional status and occupational therapy needs
- check_circleConduct home assessments for adaptive equipment and safety
- check_circleApply diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests
- check_circleProvide occupational therapy services within state scope of practice
- 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
check_circleIncentive and recognition programscheck_circleEquity stock purchase plancheck_circle401k contribution
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Frequently asked questions about Occupational Therapist, OT at Optum
What does a Occupational Therapist, OT at Optum do?expand_more
A Occupational Therapist, OT at Optum is responsible for the following: Evaluate patient functional status and occupational therapy needs; Conduct home assessments for adaptive equipment and safety; Apply diagnostic and prognostic functional ability tests; and Provide occupational therapy services within state scope of practice.
What are the requirements for this Occupational Therapist, OT 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, OT role at Optum located?expand_more
Occupational Therapist, OT at Optum is based in Morrison Bridge, Downtown, Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97204, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Optum has listed this Occupational Therapist, OT role as on-site.
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Candidates for Occupational Therapist, OT at Optum should have mid level.
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Key skills for Occupational Therapist, OT at Optum include Occupational Therapy; CPR Certification; Driver's License; Vehicle Insurance; Functional Ability Tests; and CMS Documentation.
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Occupational Therapist, OT at Optum is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.