Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Home Health

Good Samaritan; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 33,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Omaha, NE is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support a therapy team serving seniors in a not-for-profit, Christian environment.

The role involves assisting with therapy activities, documenting progress, and coordinating care with occupational therapists to improve residents’ daily living and independence. License in the state and BLS may be required; some facilities may require NBCOT certification and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state(s) of practice.
• NBCOT certification is preferred for Sanford facilities; compliance with supervision and licensing standards is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises as scheduled in a treatment plan.
• Provide, monitor and record therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental, and psychosocial impairments.

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS NE Omaha Metro Hm Care

Location: Omaha, NE

Address: 12875 Deauville Dr, Omaha, NE 68137, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $24.00 - $38.50

Department Details

Come join one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922.

Our therapy team is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their highest level of independence through collaborative, patient-centered care. We work closely with nursing, providers, social services, and families to support exceptional outcomes.

What You'll Treat

• Orthopedic conditions
• Post-surgical rehabilitation
• Neurological diagnoses
• Balance and fall prevention
• General deconditioning and weakness
• Chronic disease management
• Long-term care and skilled nursing residents
• Home health patients (if applicable)

What Makes This Team Special

• Collaborative interdisciplinary care team
• Supportive leadership and clinical resources
• Opportunities for mentorship and growth
• Flexible scheduling options (position permitting)
• Focus on quality outcomes and patient satisfaction
• Meaningful relationships with patients and families

What's In It For You

• Competitive compensation
• Advancement opportunities
• Continuing education support
• Clinical mentorship and development
• Various education assistance programs
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of older adults

Schedule Details

• PRN - pick up open shifts/hours as it fits with your schedule
• Monday - Friday (weekdays/weekends/holidays can be flexible)
• Paid travel and mileage between home health patients.

Job Summary

Assists patients/residents/clients with therapy activities and exercises scheduled in a treatment plan, under the supervision of an occupational therapist, to improve patients'/residents'/clients' quality of life and ability to perform daily activities. Provides, monitors and records therapy services to patients/residents/clients with physical, cognitive, developmental and psychosocial impairments, in line with related standard concepts, practices and procedures. Selects, implements, and makes modifications to therapeutic activities and interventions that are consistent with demonstrated competency levels, patient's/resident's/client's goals, and the requirements of the practice setting and/or state licensure. The certified occupational therapy assistant contributes to this process by exchanging information with and providing documentation to the occupational therapist about the patient's/resident's/client's responses to and communications during intervention. Responsible for being knowledgeable about the patient's/resident's/client's targeted occupational therapy outcomes and for providing information and documentation related to outcome achievement. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. As needed, performs other related duties as requested.

Depending on location and facility needs, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care, and home health care environments.

Qualifications

• Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
• Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state(s) of practice.
• When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided.
• When applicable, may require valid driver's license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.
• Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].
• Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0278343

Job Function: Allied Health

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