Meriden/Wallingford Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA, Therapy, Rehab) - Homecare

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).

Hartford HealthCare at Home, the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut, has been fulfilling our mission for more than 115 years. Our Person-Centered Care Model allows our colleagues to learn and grow within our organization, all while providing integrated support to the patient. As part of Hartford HealthCare, we leverage cutting edge technology to provide quality care in our client's home. Most importantly, our colleagues are appreciated for the real differences they make in both the lives of their clients and their clients' families.

Under the clinical supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant administers Occupational Therapy treatments to patients. Provides assistance to the Occupational Therapist by supplying objective measures to be utilized by the Occupational Therapist in evaluation of patient's level of function and determination of treatment strategies. May work in an Inpatient, Outpatient, Home Care, Skilled Nursing, or Assisted Living environment.

Assists the Occupational Therapist with aspects of clinical observation of patient by performing delegated duties and supplying objective measures to be utilized by the Occupational Therapist in evaluation of patients' level of function and determination of treatment goals and plans in the areas of activities of daily living, leisure/play, and productivity/work. Recognizes physiological and age related changes in the patient. Consults with the Occupational Therapist and other Health Care Team members.

Under the clinical supervision of the Occupational Therapist and as delegated by the Occupational Therapist, perform therapeutic techniques that are appropriate to patient's needs and medical status. Implement treatment plan as provided by the Occupational Therapist and deliver patient care by using therapeutic techniques that support every day activities including but not limited to fine motor skills, exercises to improve gross motor skills, and techniques to support and to maximize function in the areas of daily living, leisure/recreation, and productivity/work. Communicate patient progress to the Occupational Therapist.

Provides patient and caregiver education regarding treatment, precautions, and equipment use as delegated by the Occupational Therapist.

Completes all required documentation including but not limited to: care plan and goals, patient status and progress, visits, patient discharge summary, and patient care transition plan and summary.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Associates Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current State of CT Occupational Therapy Assistant license required
• Current NBCOT COTA Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• (BLS upon hire or within 30 days of hire: varies by facility)
• For Home Care Only: Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.