Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA (Home Health)

Mission Healthcare is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States, dedicated to providing compassionate care across the healthcare continuum. They are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to evaluate patients' functional status, teach new skills, and maintain clinical records under the guidance of a registered Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the ongoing evaluation of patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.) as delegated by the registered Occupational Therapist
• Participate in the ongoing evaluation of the home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living as delegated by the registered Occupational Therapist
• Participate in teaching new skills or retraining patients when familiar daily activities have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Mission's policy
• Maintain appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the registered occupational therapist any changes in the patient’s condition
• Submit clinical documentation in accordance with Mission's policy (same day)
• Follow treatment program and goals for improved patient function as established by the registered Occupational Therapist
• Document patient’s response to treatment plan and progress toward established goals

Skills

• Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association
• Certified with the National Certification Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
• Current BLS CPR certification

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Disability, life, and AD&D insurance
• Pet insurance

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