Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Phoenix Home Care and Hospice; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision plans

Flexible scheduling & paid mileage

PTO

401K

Spousal insurance

Orientation and training

Supportive home health team

Job summary

Phoenix Home Care and Hospice is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work with a licensed OT in Springfield, MO. You will evaluate and reassess patient plans, contribute to progress updates, and support screening and evaluation activities.

Part-time or PRN availability with a focus on home care. Prior rehab or home health experience is preferred; CTOTA certification is required to practice. Join a compassionate team dedicated to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of Licensed OT, provide OT services per Plan of Care.
• Perform direct OT services as ordered by physician.
• Participate in case conferences to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain compliance with ethics and agency standards.
• Document care timely and accurately per physician orders.
• Collaborate with team to update Plan of Care and goals.

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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