PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Kansas City, MO

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

 

Overview

Rehab Solutions has a great Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Opportunity for Home Health near Kansas City, MO !

• Licensure: Must be a licensed COTA for the state of Missouri
• Flexibility: Flexible schedule
• Status: PRN position offering consistent visits

Why Choose Rehab Solutions?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
  
• Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
  
• Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
  
• Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
  
• Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!

Join Us in Making a Difference

At Rehab Solutions, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community. 

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care & Treatment Implementation: Assist in delivering individualized therapy based on treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist, including activities to improve daily living skills (e.g., dressing, eating, mobility).
• Progress Monitoring & Documentation: Track and document patient progress, maintaining accurate records in compliance with facility policies, and report changes or concerns to the Occupational Therapist.
• Collaboration & Patient Education: Work with interdisciplinary teams (e.g., PT, OT, nursing) to provide holistic care, and educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and strategies for independence.
• Therapeutic Activities & Support: Lead or assist patients with exercises, activities of daily living, and other therapeutic tasks, while creating a positive and supportive environment to encourage patient engagement.

Requirements:

 

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from an accredited school.
• Certification: Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Licensure: Current state licensure (or eligibility) to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Missouri .
• Experience: Previous experience in an occupational therapy setting (hospital, clinic, school, etc.) is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply.