COTA – Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

COTA – Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

COTA – Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Sierra Home Health And Hospice

Hace 3 semanas

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Sobre

  • Description
  • MISSION, VISION and VALUES
  • MISSION
  • …to bring out the courage in others…
  • VISION
  • …to be recognized as the market leader in providing physician-led, clinically integrated networks of high-quality, value-oriented services across the senior healthcare spectrum.
  • VALUES
  • Trust
  • Integrity
  • Teaching
  • Collaboration
  • Transparency
  • Innovation
  • Discipline
  • JOB SUMMARY
  • The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) administers occupational therapy services to patients intermittently in their place of residence. This care is provided in accordance with physician orders and a plan of care under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist (OT) and Director of Clinical Services or Clinical Manager.
  • QUALIFICATIONS
  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program as recognized by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
  • Certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
  • Currently certified in the state of practice, with licensure or regulation as applicable.
  • Two (2) years of experience preferred.
  • Requirements
  • RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Adhere to established agency policies and procedures.
  • Work to improve or minimize patients' residual physical disabilities.
  • Assist in returning individuals to an optimal, productive level within their capabilities.
  • Collaborate with other home care personnel in planning patient care.
  • Perform all skilled procedures as ordered by the physician and according to the plan of care established by the OT.
  • Consult with the OT regarding any changes in treatment.
  • Instruct patients and their families in home programs and fine motor exercises.
  • Participate in in-service education and present in-service programs as assigned.
  • Engage in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities as assigned.
  • Attend scheduled patient care conferences.
  • Prepare medical records and update care plans after each patient visit in accordance with agency policy.
  • Provide services as planned, delegated, and supervised by the OT.
  • Assist in preparing clinical and progress notes.
  • Educate patients and their families on therapy techniques and home programs.
  • Perform maintenance therapy services under a program established by a qualified therapist, within the scope of practice defined by state licensure laws.
  • WORKING ENVIRONMENT
  • Primarily works indoors, both in agency office settings and patient homes, with travel required to and from patient locations.
  • JOB RELATIONSHIPS
  • Reports to: Occupational Therapist (OT), Director of Clinical Services, or Clinical Manager
  • RISK EXPOSURE
  • High risk due to regular patient interactions and in-home care.
  • LIFTING REQUIREMENTS
  • The role requires the ability to participate in physical activities necessary for patient care, including extensive bending, lifting, standing, and moderate lifting on a regular basis, with the ability to work for extended periods while standing and being active.