Job Description
Job Overview
Are you a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist seeking a rewarding role in home health care? Amedisys, a leading provider of home health, hospice, and high-acuity care in the U.S., is looking for dedicated professionals like you. With H1B visa sponsorship available and competitive pay, this opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives by delivering essential care in their homes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Service Delivery: Provide comprehensive occupational therapy services in accordance with a physician-approved care plan.
- Care Plan Management: Ensure that all patient needs identified in assessments are addressed within the care plan or provide documentation for any exceptions.
- Safety & Effectiveness: Maintain accountability for the safety and quality of occupational therapy services.
- Accurate Documentation: Complete all patient documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Supervision: Supervise home health aides when an RN is not active in the case.
- Collaborative Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned to support the overall success of patient care.
Qualifications:
- Licensing: Current state license to practice occupational therapy.
- Education: Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy program recognized by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).
- Certification: Eligible to take or have successfully completed the NBCOT certification exam for Occupational Therapists.
- Experience: Minimum of one year of relevant occupational therapy experience. If less than one year, regional clinical leaders’ approval and participation in a mentoring program are required.
- CPR Certification: Current CPR certification is mandatory.
Salary & Benefits:
- Annual Pay: $81,000 to $145,000, depending on experience and location.
- Comprehensive Benefits:
- Medical Plans: Choose between PPO and HSA options.
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy paid vacation and sick leave.
- Healthcare Services: Up to $1,300 in free healthcare services annually through an Amedisys HSA medical plan.
- Wellness Rewards: Earn up to $500 in wellness rewards for fitness, hobbies, or self-care activities.
- Mental Health Support: Access up to five free counseling sessions per year via the Employee Assistance Program.
- 401(k) Matching: Enjoy company match contributions.
- Family Benefits: Coverage for infertility treatments, adoption reimbursement, and paid family caregiver leave.
- Fleet Vehicle: Full-time employees may qualify for the fleet vehicle program.
- Mileage Reimbursement: Reimbursement for travel expenses.
Why Join Amedisys?:
- Community-Based Care: Provide care in community settings, offering a more personalized and flexible work-life balance than traditional environments.
- Career Growth: Join a growing company with opportunities for advancement and professional development.
- Positive Impact: Play a key role in helping patients receive care in the comfort of their homes, making a real difference in their quality of life.
About Amedisys:
Amedisys is a top provider of home health, hospice, and high-acuity care, dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered services. We are committed to improving patients’ and families’ experiences in navigating the complex healthcare system.
Join Amedisys and take the next step in your occupational therapy career with visa sponsorship opportunities. Apply today!