PRN Home Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Home Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Company: Hope Home Care - a LiveWell Partners Network Agency

Compensation: Pay per visit, $45 - $55 per routine visit, Mileage reimbursed at $0.55/mile, and Payroll processed bi-weekly (26 pay periods).

Shift Type: PRN (as needed), Minimum availability for 6 visits per week, Flexibility, In the field/On the road.

Benefits:

• Whole Person Approach

• Tablet Provided

• Flexibility

• Mileage Reimbursement

• Positive & Supportive Culture

• Professional Growth Opportunities 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Summary:

We are looking for a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapist (COTA) to work one-on-one with our patients in their home environment to give proper education and therapy to allow our patients to become more independent. The Certified Occupational Therapist (COTA) for this position enjoys working with a team of supportive clinicians as well as being disciplined to ensure the highest level of care.

Responsibilities:

• Administer occupational therapy treatments that help patients reach their care goals in accordance with the Plan of Care and physician orders.

• Assist in the implementation of programs and activities established by the OT to restore, reinforce, and enhance task performances and promote health and self-sufficiency. 

• Design and/or adapt equipment to the patient’s working and/or living environment.   

• Evaluate effects of occupational therapy treatments; recommend adjustments and modifications in consultation with the OT and physician. 

• Participate in and contribute to case conferences and care coordination/discharge planning.  Act as a resource to other healthcare personnel in order to meet patient’s needs. 

• Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records. 

Qualifications:

• 1-year experience as a Certified Occupational Therapist (COTA) in home care, acute care, or rehab

• Current state license as a Certified Occupational Therapist (COTA).

• Proof of current CPR certification and valid Driver’s license.

• Ability to work and flexible schedule.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.