Certified Occupational Assistant (COTA) - Home Care

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 healthcare 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. Hours may vary depending upon census and program need. ****This position qualifies for a sign-on bonus!!! Key Responsibilities Reviews orders as received and follows patient plan of care as determined by Physician and OT. Educates patient and family members in a manner that overcomes barriers; matches their learning capabilities and meets fundamental needs. Documents through comprehensive detail about patient visit, ensuring 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 assessment of pain including presence, characteristics, and factors associated with exacerbation of pain and reassesses for relief, ordering an appropriate quantity of supplies with sufficient lead time so the patient does not run out between visits. Educates and documents discharge planning prior to discharge, including communication with physician, insurance source, outpatient visits and community resources planned and arranged if applicable. Assists OT by giving input regarding the evaluation of the patient’s level of function by applying diagnostic and prognostic procedures as directed by the physician or the patient in the use of therapeutic, creative and self-care activities to improve function. Observes, records and reports to the physician or podiatrist the patient’s reaction to treatments and any changes in condition, communicating this to OT and documenting information in patient record. Instructs other health team personnel including, when appropriate, Home Health Aides and family members in certain phases of occupational therapy in which they may work, familiar with community resources and working collaboratively with social workers. Assesses homebound status of patients, follows occupational therapy plan of care to provide occupational therapy treatment in patient’s home, and communicates with patients to schedule appointment times and manage daily schedule. Assesses home safety and recommends equipment to improve safety, and educates family/caregivers on recommended home exercise program. Qualifications Certifications: None listed. Education: Not specified. Work Experience: Not specified. Compensation Compensation range: $23.19 per hour - $38.73 per hour. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do 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