Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - Home Health (part time, 20 hrs)

Springfield Clinic; Springfield, Ann Arbor (IL, MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Home Health Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to deliver personalized, evidence-based therapy in patients' homes. This role involves following care plans, motivating patients during their recovery, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a commitment to patient care, and the ability to adapt to various environments. Join a team that values flexibility and professionalism while making a significant impact on patients' lives through rehabilitative therapy.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a program approved by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• One year experience in hospital or Home Care Setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow care plans developed by Occupational Therapist using various treatment techniques.
• Provide evidence-based care tailored to patient needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Patient Care Skills

Flexibility

Education

Associates Degree as an Occupational Therapy Assistant

Completion of NBCOT Approved Program

Tools

Standard Office Equipment

Job description

The Home Health Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant administers occupational therapy modalities/regimens to patients in their place of residence for the purpose of developing and restoring function through rehabilitative occupational therapy as prescribed by a physician.

Principal Responsibilities

• Follow plan of care developed by Occupational Therapist, using a variety of treatment techniques.


• Provide quality, personalized, evidence-based care, and proven interventions, specific to patient's needs.


• Encouraging and help motivate the patient during their recovery process.


• Teach compensatory strategies to patients with disabilities, to become more independent.


• Completes required documentation to complete the patients visits and episodes, as required by federal, state and payor guidelines.


• Instructs patients and family/significant others in home programs and activities of daily living


• Consult and practice with other health professionals, involved with patients care.

Education/Experience

• Successful completion of a program approved by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.


• One year experience in hospital or Home Care Setting, preferred.


• Associates degree as an Occupational Therapy Assistant

Licenses/Certificates

• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license by the State of Illinois


• Current certification by the NBCOT


• 1 year of occupational therapy assistant experience (preferred)


• AHA CPR certification required


• Reliable means of transportation, valid IL driver's license and vehicle liability insurance required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication skills, flexibility, and professionalism


• Self-direction with a strong sense of team commitment


• General understanding of occupational therapy and medical terminology.


• Strong organizational, time management, and patient care skills


• Personal care component on a small percentage of patients

Working Environment

• This job operates in a variety of settings, including but not limited to professional office environment, patient's homes, and car.


• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.


• Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions


• Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases

PHI/Privacy Level

HIPAA1