Therapy Services Specialist (Bilingual Spanish)

About the role

The Therapy Services Specialist (Bilingual Spanish) works under the guidance of occupational therapists, collaborates with managed care organizations to support individuals aging in place receiving home or community-based services. The role is fully virtual, offering flexibility and autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Performs telephonic and/or virtual assessments to identify participant needs.
• Provides recommendations to managed care organizations for types and hours of supportive services required.
• Conducts objective assessments for program participation to determine appropriate levels of support and services.
• Completes annual or frequent assessments based on program requirements and participant needs.
• Educates program participants and managed care representatives on home modifications, durable medical equipment (DME), assistive technology, or other adaptive equipment.
• Aids the clinical team in recommending equipment and services as needed.
• Collaborates with the support team to report observations and outcomes.
• Documents all member encounters according to documentation standards.

Requirements

• Graduate of a college-level program in physical therapy, occupational therapy, or an accredited two-year program for a Physical Therapist Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in social service or health care field.
• Current active, unrestricted license or certification as a physical therapist assistant or occupational therapist assistant in applicable state required.
• Certification and/or licensure appropriate to field of specialty as required.
• Bilingual Spanish proficiency required.

Qualifications

Requires a combination of education and experience, which provides an equivalent background, or a graduate of a college level program in physical therapy, occupational therapy, or an accredited two-year program for a Physical Therapist Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant, with a minimum of 2 years' experience in social service or health care field.

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Who We Are

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.

How We Work

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

Our Values and Behaviors

We are committed to advancing our strategy through our values and behaviors, which power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

All new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles must become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.