Certified Occupational Assistant (COTA) - Home Care

Job Overview The Home Care Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) gives input into treatment plans for patients of all ages to resume or adjust activities of daily living. Collaborates with health care team and follows patient’s plan of care as developed by the Occupational Therapist. Serves as a role model in the delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students. This position qualifies for a sign‑on bonus! Responsibilities Reviews orders as received and follows patient plan of care as determined by Physician and OT. Documents through comprehensive detail about patient visit, ensuring information is sufficient that following staff can determine exactly what and how care was rendered with a clear plan for the next contact. Documents within guidelines and timeframes set by regulatory requirements and/or department policy. Collaboratively communicates and initiates case conferencing as necessary and documents interactions (other disciplines, MD, care coordinator, insurers, etc.). Documents care plans and patient/family assessments; the documentation indicates evidence of therapy knowledge, assessment skills, and critical thinking. Documents that assessment of pain includes presence, characteristics, and factors associated with exacerbation of pain and reassessments are made for relief indicators. Educates and documents discharge planning prior to discharge, including communication with physician, insurance source, outpatient visits and community resources are planned and arranged if applicable. Guides the patient in the use of therapeutic, creative and self‑care activities for the purpose of improving function. Communicates this to OT and documents information in patient record. Instructs other health team personnel including, when appropriate, Home Health Aides and family members in certain phase of occupational therapy in which they may work with the patient. Is familiar with community resources and works collaboratively with social workers. Follows occupational therapy plan of care to provide occupational therapy treatment in patient’s home. Assesses home safety and recommends equipment to improve patient’s home safety. Educates family/caregivers on recommended home exercise program. Qualifications Field of Study: Occupational Therapy Assistant Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Proof of Auto Insurance – Varies Work Experience: (details not specified) Benefits and Employment Comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. Sign‑on bonus available. Carle Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E‑Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization. #J-18808-Ljbffr