Occupational Therapist Home Health

About this role

Optum NV is seeking a Occupational Therapist Home Health to join our team in Las Vegas, NV. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone

At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country

Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting

Growing together. The Registered Occupational Therapist contracted or employed through the Agency is responsible for implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement. Primary Responsibilities: Evaluates patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and self-care ability, work capacity, etc.)

Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living. Identifies equipment needs. Participates in the development of the total plan of care Develops treatment program and establishes goals for improved function

Communicates plan of care to referring physician and other Agency professionals May teach new skills or retrain patient in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury May instruct patient in the use of various types of adaptive equipment, durable medical equipment, splints, etc., to improve function May train patient in the use of prosthetic and/or or

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