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:
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday, Weekend available
License/Certification:
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Required)