Occupational Therapist Asst COTA
Company: Optum
Location: Longwood
Posted on: January 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Explore opportunities with Mederi Caretenders, 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,
including our team members who create meaningful connections with
patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve.
Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of
Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As the Occupational Therapist
Assistant, you will be for providing occupational therapy to
patients in their homes to restore them to their fullest physical
ability. Primary Responsibilities: - Responsible for following all
state specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy
in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the
supervising OT - Following the plan of care, instructs and aids
patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the
occupational therapy assistant and according to the state laws
governing occupational therapy assistants - Observes, records, and
reports to the nurse supervisor and the physician the patient's
response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition -
Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the
health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the
occupational therapy assistant You'll be rewarded and recognized
for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and
give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role
as well as provide development for other roles you may be
interested in. Required Qualifications: - Current Occupational
Therapy Assistant licensure in state of practice - Current CPR
certification - Current driver's license and vehicle insurance,
access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation - Ability
to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed,
color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
Preferred Qualifications: - Demonstrate ability to manage multiple
tasks simultaneously - Demonstrate ability to work independently -
Good communication, writing, and organizational skills Pay is based
on several factors including but not limited to local labor
markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In
addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive
benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock
purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to
eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a
career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and
incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.41 to
$41.83 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all
minimum wage laws as applicable. LHCJobs 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. Today, however, there
are still far too many barriers to good health which are
disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically
marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed
to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and
delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and
improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our
mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity
employer under applicable law and 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. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace.
Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning
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