Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Phoenix Home Care; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical plans

Flexibility & competitive pay

Spousal Insurance

PTO

Orientation and training

Supportive Home Health Team

Job summary

Phoenix Home Care in Springfield, MO is seeking a part-time or PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to collaborate with licensed OTs to evaluate and adjust patient care plans, goals, and interventions. Travel to Springfield and surrounding areas may be required.

Under supervision, provide scheduled OT services, document progress, participate in care conferences, and ensure compliance with agency policies, state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Communication and collaboration abilities.
• Team-oriented patient care approach.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist, provide assigned occupational therapy services to patients in accordance with the established physician’s Plan of Care and in compliance with all applicable federal, state and agency regulations, policies and procedures.
• Performs direct occupational therapy services to patients as ordered by a physician and in accordance with the established Plan of Care and under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Participates in communication and case conference activities to promote maximum continuity and quality of patient care services.
• Maintains compliance with the Business Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrates ongoing compliance with agency standards, policies, procedures, state and federal regulations, state practice acts for licensed personnel, and payor requirements.
• Provides legible, accurate, timely, and complete documentation of all care and services provided to patients as assigned and in accordance with the physician’s orders and established agency standards.
• Communicates and collaborates with team members to review, revise, and update the patient’s plan of care and to set new goals as current problems resolve.
• Any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.]

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

COTA certification

Job description

• Part Time & PRN Availability
• Springfield, MO and surrounding areas

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant's work in conjunction with the licensed occupational therapist to regularly evaluate and reassess patients' care plans, treatment objectives, and interventions. They provide updates on interventions and patient progress during designated meetings, and also contribute to the screening and evaluation procedures.

Benefit

• Multiple Major Medical Plans to Choose From (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Flexibility, competitive pay, paid mileage, benefits package, and 401K!
• Spousal Insurance
• PTO
• Orientation and training tailored to your needs as a new hire.
• Motivational PHC culture, training, and Supportive Home Health Team.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist, provide assigned occupational therapy services to patients in accordance with the established physician’s Plan of Care and in compliance with all applicable federal, state and agency regulations, policies and procedures.
• Performs direct occupational therapy services to patients as ordered by a physician and in accordance with the established Plan of Care and under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Participates in communication and case conference activities to promote maximum continuity and quality of patient care services.
• Maintains compliance with the Business Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrates ongoing compliance with agency standards, policies, procedures, state and federal regulations, state practice acts for licensed personnel, and payor requirements.
• Provides legible, accurate, timely, and complete documentation of all care and services provided to patients as assigned and in accordance with the physician’s orders and established agency standards.
• Communicates and collaborates with team members to review, revise, and update the patient’s plan of care and to set new goals as current problems resolve.
• Any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

• COTA certification required.
• Home care or rehab experience preferred.

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