Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

LHC Group; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 98,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

LHC Group's Unity Health HomeCare in Searcy, AR is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide in-home OT services, helping patients regain their fullest physical abilities.

You will follow the established plan of care, comply with state laws, document progress, and collaborate with the care team. Current OTA licensure, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• OTA licensure required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Current driver license and access to a vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to patients in their homes to restore them to their fullest physical ability.
• Follow state-specific laws and the plan of care under supervising OT.
• Observe, document, and report patient progress to the supervising OT and care team.
• Instruct patient, family, and caregivers in therapy within the scope of the OTA role.

Education

OTA licensure

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

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Summary

We are hiring for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Summary

We are hiring for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

At Unity Health HomeCare, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you can expect:

• the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships
• continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• flexible scheduling and autonomy
• career growth possibilities
  
  
  

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA, OTA) in Home Health is responsible for providing occupational therapy to patients in their homes to restore them to their fullest physical ability. The Occupational Therapy Assistant performs his/her duties in accordance with policies and procedures and the established plan of care.

• Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising OT.
• Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant and according to the state laws governing occupational therapy assistants.
• Observes, records, and reports to the supervising OT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate.
• Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant.
  
  
  

Education And Experience

License Requirements

• Current OTA licensure in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public
  
  
  

Company Overview LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Unity Health HomeCare a part of LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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Searcy, AR $98,280.00-$123,240.00 2 months ago

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