Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job overview

The Occupational Therapy Assistant role is based in Rock Hill, SC, with skilled services provided in patients’ homes. Compensation is $53,528–$80,292 annually in total cash target pay. Amedisys, part of the Optum family, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. Working under an occupational therapist’s supervision, the assistant implements individualized treatment plans to support functional independence and daily living skills. The role monitors patient progress, documents outcomes, provides patient and caregiver resources, and coordinates follow-up care.

What you'll do

• Provide skilled interventions under the direction and supervision of an occupational therapist and in accordance with the physician-approved plan of care
• document each visit according to AOTA guidelines and regulatory standards
• observe, record, and report patient responses or condition changes
• provide patient and caregiver resources for ADL/IADL needs
• promote wellness and occupational engagement
• identify community resources
• recommend follow-up care in coordination with the admitting care center.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

occupational therapy assistant

rock hill sc

optum

amedisys

home health

patient care

daily living skills

occupational therapy

adl and iadl

cpr certification

state license

full-time listing

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility.

Why this role

Home-based patient care with annual total cash target pay based on full-time employment and productivity; compensation combines per-visit-point pay and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities. Requires an accredited OTA program, state license, NBCOT examination eligibility or completion, CPR certification, and related experience.

About the employer

Optum is hiring for this role. Industry: Home Health Care Services. Sector: 62.