Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA

AccentCare; Corning (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AccentCare in California is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to support patient-centered OT services in home health settings. You will educate patients and families, coordinate therapy with a care team, and ensure documentation meets regulatory requirements.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy, active licensure, CPR certification, and are willing to travel and drive as needed.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
• Valid license, registration, certification or permit to practice in the states of agency operation.
• Must possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role.
• Ability to travel to accomplish all duties as outlined in job description.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients/families in basic home safety and medical equipment safety as applicable to services provided.
• Coordinate Occupational Therapy services with other agency personnel by participating in care conferences, keeping agency informed of all changes.
• Document all care, submitting required paperwork on a daily basis.
• Adhere to the specifications of the Occupational Therapy Practice Laws, professional standards and agency policies/procedures in the performance duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy

CPR certification

Job description

Don't just make a living...Make A Difference!

Our team is growing and we invite you to learn more about this exciting opportunity with AccentCare. We are a national, post-acute care provider with 45 years of industry experience and 135 offices. Learn more about us at www.accentcare.com.

AccentCare is a national post-acute healthcare provider with 45 years of industry experience. We thrive on providing patient-centric care and a warm and personalized experience within our local communities.

Your Success is our Success.

We strive to provide our new employees with a structured on-boarding process to help you become assimilated quickly, and cutting-edge tools to make your daily work easier and more efficient. We offer extensive training and a wide-array of opportunities for continued education and promotional opportunities.

As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant you will:

• Educate patients/families in basic home safety and medical equipment safety as applicable to services provided.
• Coordinate Occupational Therapy services with other agency personnel by participating in care conferences, keeping agency informed of all changes.
• Document all care, submitting required paperwork on a daily basis.
• Adhere to the specifications of the Occupational Therapy Practice Laws, professional standards and agency policies/procedures in the performance duties.

Requirements of Qualified Candidates:

• Associates Degree from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy
• Valid license, registration, certification or permit to practice in the states of agency operation
• Must possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role
• Ability to travel in order to accomplish all duties as outlined in job description
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order