Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a compassionate COTA to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, a friendly demeanor, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to provide medical support to our clients in their homes.

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) License Required

Responsibilities

• Understands and adheres to established Skilled Home Health Care Agency policies and procedures.
• Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient.
• Returns the patient to optimum and productive level within the patient’s capabilities.
• Participates with all other home care personnel in patient care planning.
• Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by the physician and according to the plan of care established by the OT.
• Consults with OT regarding the change in treatment.
• Instructs patients and family members in-home programs and fine motor movement exercises.
• Participates in in-service education and presents in-service programs as assigned.
• Participates in QAPI activities as assigned.
• Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled.
• Prepares medical records and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per Agency policy.
• Performs services planned, delegated, and supervised by the OT.
• Assists in preparing clinical and progress notes.
• Participates in educating the patient and family.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must meet the requirements for certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant from a program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTO).
• Certification is maintained by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. Currently certified in the state(s) in which practicing.
• Is licensed or otherwise regulated, if applicable, as an Occupational Therapy Assistant by the State in which practicing, unless licensure does not apply.
• Two (2) years experience, preferred.

 

HOPE At Home Health Care is a full-service home care agency dedicated to helping people excel in the comfort of their homes. We offer Medicare-certified skilled services. Whether you are recovering from injury or illness, or simply want to reinvigorate your mobility and health, HOPE At Home Health Care has a solution for you.

Job Type: PRN 

Medical Specialty:

• Home Health

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, Weekend available

License/Certification:

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Required)