Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

The Pennant Group; Benicia (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Job summary

Muir Home Health in Benicia, CA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our growing home health team. You will work under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist to help patients regain independence and improve quality of life.

The ideal candidate holds a California COTA license, CPR certification, and has at least one year of clinical experience. A valid driver’s license and insured vehicle are required to visit patients at their homes.

Qualifications

• Valid California COTA license.
• Maintain a current CPR certification.
• 1+ year of clinical COTA experience.
• Must have a licensed driver with insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ongoing evaluation of patient’s functional status and home environment.
• Assist in teaching new skills or retraining patients in daily activities.
• Maintain clinical records, notes, and reports to the OT and submit documentation.
• Follow treatment program and goals for improved patient function.
• Coordinate with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated services.
• Instruct family/caregivers in the patient’s treatment regime.

Education

California COTA license

CPR certification

Job description

## Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)Applylocations: Benicia, Californiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR63590At **Muir Home Health**, we believe that home healthcare is more than just a service – it’s a commitment to enhancing the quality of life of every individual we serve. We serve patients throughout Contra Costa County and parts of Solano and Alameda counties. Nestled in the heart of the vibrant East Bay area of California, we are on a mission to revolutionize the way home health is perceived and delivered.**Muir Home Health is growing and looking for an experienced and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team!** As a COTA with Muir Home Health, you will have the opportunity to advance your career while receiving strong compensation and excellent benefits.**BENEFITS*** Competitive compensation* Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance* 401(k) plan with generous company match* Critical illness benefit* Paid time off* Employee assistance program**Pay Range:** $40.00 - $50.00/hr**Job Type:** Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem**JOB SUMMARY**The COTA performs only those services planned, delegated, and supervised by the registered Occupational Therapist.**DUTIES AND RESPSONSIBILITY*** 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.).* Participate in the ongoing evaluation of the home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living.* Participate in teaching new skills or retraining patients in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury.* Maintain appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the registered occupational therapist any changes in the patient’s condition.* Submit clinical documentation.* Follow treatment program and goals for improved patient function.* Document patient’s response to treatment plan and progress toward established goals.* Maintain contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care.* Identify patient and family/caregiver needs for other home care services.* Consult with the supervising registered occupational therapist and assists with necessary referrals.* Participate in instructing patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patient’s treatment regime.**JOB REQUIREMENTS*** Valid California Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant license* Maintain a current CPR certification.* 1+ Years of clinical experience as a certified occupational therapist assistant.* Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.**WHY MUIR HOME HEALTH?**Muir Home Health **is a joint venture between John Muir Health and Cornerstone Group**which has about 75 home health and hospice agencies throughout the country. **While we are part of a large family, we operate as a local team.**We understand we are nothing without great employees! It is through our team’s dedication to deliver life changing service that we become the “provider of choice” in the community that we serve. **Join a culture of high performers**who are on a mission to create the best Home Health agency in the East Bay!**What makes us unique?** At Muir Home Health, we foster an environment where clinicians and staff members have an unprecedented level of freedom to create and implement the programs that will best serve their patients and communities. We operate with the Core Values of CAPLICO in mind:* Celebration* Accountability* Passion for Learning* Love One Another* Intelligent Risk Taking* Customer Second* OwnershipWe’d love to meet with you if you are passionate about giving exceptional patient care and creating the best Home Health agency in the East Bay!*Muir Home Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.*