Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

AdamsPlace; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NHC HomeCare Knoxville is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our interdisciplinary team, delivering skilled OT services to patients in home care settings. You will work under the supervision of the occupational therapist to support rehabilitation goals and maximize functional outcomes.

The role requires graduation from an AOTA-accredited OTA program and Tennessee COTA licensure or eligibility, along with reliable transportation and a collaborative, patient-centered

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AOTA accredited OTA program.
• Licensed or eligible for Tennessee COTA license.
• Reliable transportation and team-player attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services under the supervision of the OT.
• Assist with tests, evaluations and treatment procedures per standards.
• Observe and document patient responses and progress for the therapist.

Skills

Team player

Reliable transportation

Positive attitude

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

AOTA accredited OTA program

TN COTA license

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at NHC HomeCare Knoxville

\"A different kind of care that ensures you’re surrounded by people who make a difference in your life.\"

NHC HomeCare Knoxville is currently seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join their team of professionals in providing occupational therapy services for patients who require rehabilitative treatment to help restore strength, balance, and confidence after illness, injury, decline, or surgery. The team at NHC HomeCare Knoxville work in an interdisciplinary environment to develop individual treatment plans for every patient using evidence based treatment techniques for maximizing functional outcome!

The occupational therapy assistant is a skilled technical worker who performs occupational therapy treatments and related duties as assigned by the occupational therapist. This work is carried out under the direction and supervision of the occupational therapist in accordance with the rules and regulations of the state within which the assistant practices.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an AOTA accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program and initially certified or eligible for certification by the NCBOT
• Must have Tennessee COTA ( Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ) license
• Must have reliable transportation, a positive attitude, and be a team player
• Prior SNF, Matrix, & Casamba experience a plus

Position Highlights

• Provide occupational therapy services under the direction of the occupational therapist.
• Assist the occupational therapist when performing tests, evaluations, and treatment procedures. Assist in collecting data in accordance with professional standards and state regulations.
• Observe, record and report to the therapist, the conditions, reactions, and responses of patients.