PRN Occupational Therapist (Home Health)

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. 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—of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income—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. This role exists to assess and evaluate patient care needs related to functional status, activities of daily living, fine motor coordination, and home safety. You will work within the scope of practice defined by state laws, utilizing evidence-based techniques to develop and execute therapy plans of care in coordination with physicians and the broader healthcare team.

Your day will involve conducting comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate functional ability and body systems. You will observe and report patient responses to treatment, ensuring that care plans evolve with the patient's condition. You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that challenges you, offering clear direction on success and providing development opportunities for future roles.

Hiring Process

Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. We look for individuals who can function in any home situation regardless of the client's background.

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.