Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - Home Health

SHC WVUHS Home Care; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUHS Home Care in Martinsburg, WV is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to implement the plan of care and coordinate with supervising therapists across the patient’s continuum of care. The role requires clear communication with physicians, case managers, patients and families to ensure effective OT delivery in home health settings.

The position emphasizes adherence to professional standards, comprehensive documentation, and collaboration with staff, students, and partners to maintain

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure as required by the state where services will be performed.
• Valid driver’s license.
• CPR certification within 30 days of hire date.
• Reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Practice in a safe manner minimizing risk to patients, self and others; follow risk management, safety and infection control policies.
• Demonstrate professional conduct and follow hospital and department policies; ethical standards of practice.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Document OT care within accepted standards, meet third-party documentation requirements including TJC and payers.
• Follow established plan of care and communicate with supervising OT timely about patient response to care.
• Perform OT procedures per policy and professional standards.
• Comply with Medicare and third-party billing standards and TJC.
• Educate patients, families and other providers for safe, effective OT delivery.
• Participate in student education; complete required training and licensure hours.
• Participate in community and marketing events; meet productivity standards.
• Supervise staff, OTA students and volunteers professionally.
• Maintain high level of customer service per feedback systems.
• Demonstrate basic computer skills and navigation of required programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading skills

Follow directions

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Education

OTA licensure

Job description

This position is responsible for implementation of the occupational therapist plan of care in accordance with professional standards of practice. Responsibilities also include timely, effective communication with the supervising occupational therapist, physicians, case‑managers, other health care professionals, patients, and caregivers as it relates to implementing the occupational therapy plan of care throughout the patients full continuum of care; following compliance standards for rehab billing; supervising therapy assistant students, and support staff; and completing required clinical and business documentation within professional standards of practice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 1. Current Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure as required by the state where services will be performed: MD: Occupational Therapy Assistant through Maryland Board of Occupational Therapy Practice OH: Occupational Therapy Assistant through Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Training Board PA: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant through Pennsylvania Department of State WV: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant through West Virginia Board of Occupational Therapy
• 2. Valid driver’s license.
• 3. CPR certification within 30 days of hire date.
• 4. Reliable vehicle.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE:

• 1. Experience in the home health setting. Outpatient experience for outpatient positions, acute care experience for acute care positions, and SNF experience for SNF positions. Experience is defined as six months or more of continuous, full-time employment in the hiring setting.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

• 1. Practices in a safe manner that minimizes risk to patients, self, and others. Adheres to hospital & department risk management, safety, and infection control policies.
• 2. Demonstrates professional conduct as evidenced by being a positive team member; follows established personnel, hospital, and department policies; and adheres to established ethical standards of practice.
• 3. Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills.
• 4. Documents occupational therapy care within professionally accepted standards of practice, and meets all third party documentation requirements including TJC and payers of occupational therapy services.
• 5. Follows the occupational therapists established plan of care, and communicates with the supervising occupational therapist in a timely & effective manner regarding the patient’s response to care rendered.
• 6. Performs occupational therapy procedures per established departmental policy & procedures, and within professionally accepted standards of practice.
• 7. Practices in accordance to Medicare Compliance Standards, other third party billing standards, and TJC standards.
• 8. Educates patients, families, and other health care providers as indicated for the safe, effective delivery of the OT plan of care.
• 9. Effectively participates in student education.
• 10. Completes assigned educational & training programs within stated deadlines. Maintains required contact hours for licensure.
• 11. Effectively participates in community & marketing events as directed.
• 12. Meets established productivity standards.
• 13. Completes all assignments and job duties in a timely, efficient manner.
• 14. Supervises support staff, OTA students, and volunteers in a professional, effective manner.
• 15. Demonstrates a strong commitment to a high level of positive customer service as evidenced by UHC’s complaint management system, associate recognition system, and customer satisfaction measures.
• 16. Demonstrates basic computer skills including typing & navigation of required work programs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 1. The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health recommends minimizing the need for employees to manually lift patients, and limit safe patient handling to 35 pounds. All transfers, lifts, and re-positioning will be completed utilizing the provided patient lift equipment as indicated by the patient’s clinical profile and appropriate algorithms for safe patient mobility.
• 2. HEAVY/HARD WORK: Work requires strength and stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, pushing, pulling, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 40+ lbs.
• 3. Visual and hearing acuity (with or without correction) must be within normal range. Must be able to effectively communicate, and monitor the physical environment for patient, visitor, and staff safety.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 1. Exposure to bodily fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps, and explosive gases.
• 2. Exposure to toxic gases, fumes, and odors.
• 3. Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.
• 4. Exposure to electrical current.
• 5. Exposure to radiation from x-rays.
• 6. Exposure to bad road conditions.
• 7. Exposure to wind, rain, snow, sleet, mud, high and low temperatures, animals and insects, and hazardous roadways.
• 8. The majority of work is performed in the patient’s home and may require extensive travel.
• 9. Subject to unpredictable situations. May be exposed to adverse or unpleasant home environments.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• 1. Must have strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• 2. Must have effective reading and comprehensive skills.
• 3. Must be able to follow direction.
• 4. Must be able to identify problems and relay this to the occupational therapist.
• 5. Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with safety policies and procedures.

ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company: SHC WVUHS Home Care

Cost Center: 375

SHC Home Health East Address: 1314 Edwin Miller Blvd Martinsburg West Virginia

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.

WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

OUR MISSION AND VALUES

WVUHS Home Care offers comprehensive support and peace of mind to individuals and families as they transition from hospital to home. Through our Home Health, Hospice, and Home Medical Equipment (HME) services, we are dedicated to ensuring each patient receives the highest level of care and comfort, whether recovering from surgery, managing an illness, or requiring specialized medical equipment at home. Our Home Health and Hospice teams are committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care tailored to meet the unique needs of those we serve. Alongside these services, WVU Medicine’s Home Medical Equipment program offers high-quality, affordable products and equipment to enhance patient care and maintain independence at home. Whether you or a loved one requires skilled nursing, in-home hospice support, or home medical equipment, WVUHS Home Care is here to provide compassionate, patient‑focused support tailored to your needs. Together, our Home Health, Hospice, and HME teams are dedicated to working with you and your family to make your health and well‑being our top priority.