Occupational Therapist (OT, OTR)

About the role

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, is looking for an Occupational Therapist to work in San Antonio, Texas. The therapist evaluates and treats patients in their homes to promote independence, safety and improved quality of life, helping people regain or maintain the skills needed for daily living after illness, injury or functional decline. The role works with patients, families and interdisciplinary team members to build individualized treatment plans in line with physician orders and agency policy.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy services under a physician-approved plan of care
• Ensure the plan of care addresses all problems identified in the assessment, or document the rationale if some are not addressed
• Be accountable for the safety and effectiveness of service delivery
• Complete documentation timely and accurately
• Supervise the home health aide when the registered nurse is not active in the case
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required profile

• Graduate of an occupational therapy program accredited by ACOTE (AOTA) or a successor organization
• Current license to practice occupational therapy in the state of assignment
• Eligible for or has passed the NBCOT entry-level certification exam
• Current CPR certification
• 1+ years of occupational therapy experience; less than 1 year requires approval from regional clinical leaders and mentoring or a residency program

What we offer

• Salary of $78,508 to $117,762 per year for full-time employment, depending on factors such as local market, education and experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (subject to eligibility)