Occupational Therapist

Explore exciting opportunities with UP Health System Home Care & Hospice Portage, a valued part of LHC Group and the Optum family of businesses. We are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who build meaningful connections with patients, families, and the communities we serve. Please note that a $5,000 sign-on bonus is available for external candidates.

As an Occupational Therapist in Home Health, you will play a vital role in the assessment and evaluation of patient care needs related to functional status, activities of daily living, fine motor coordination, home assessments, adaptive equipment, and other therapy requirements defined by medical conditions. You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment designed to challenge you and support your professional growth.

Primary responsibilities for this role include:

• Providing services within your professional scope of practice, adhering to state laws, the established plan of care, evidence-based techniques, and interdisciplinary team coordination
• Evaluating patient functional status, body systems required for CMS documentation, and specific occupational therapy needs while consulting with physicians on care plans
• Observing, recording, and reporting patient responses to treatment and condition changes to the nurse supervisor and physician
• Conducting comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate functional levels through diagnostic and prognostic ability tests

Required qualifications for this position:

• Current Occupational Therapy licensure in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and dependable transportation or reliable public transit access
• Ability to successfully function in any home situation regardless of client age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition

Preferred qualifications include a demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work independently, and exhibit strong communication, writing, and organizational skills.

Pay is determined by several factors, including local labor markets, education, work experience, and relevant certifications. The hourly pay for this role ranges from $34.23 to $61.15 per hour based on full-time employment. Eligible team members also have access to comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase options, and 401(k) contributions, subject to standard eligibility requirements.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test prior to beginning employment.