Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Home Health Pro

AdamsPlace; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) Hendersonville is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. The COTA provides skilled OT services under the supervision of an occupational therapist and is involved in patient evaluations, progress documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration to support patient well-being and independence.

The role requires graduation from an accredited OTA program, state licensure, and certification as an OTA, with a preference for

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OTA program as certified by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
• Licensed and certified to practice as an OTA in the state of practice.
• Active membership in State and National Occupational Therapy Associations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services as directed and supervised by the occupational therapist and ordered by the physician.
• Assist the occupational therapist with evaluation of progress toward goals.
• Observe and report patient progress and responses to treatments to the therapist.
• Maintain daily treatment records and progress notes as directed.
• Assist with coordination between patients, families and other health care professionals.
• Participate in in-service programs and meetings as directed by the OT.
• Contribute to OT CQI initiatives and participate in interdisciplinary conferences.

Skills

Licensed OTA

Supervision by OT

Education

Accredited OTA program

State licensure as OTA

Active OT association membership preferred

Job description

National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) Hendersonville is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. The COTA provides skilled OT services under the supervision of an occupational therapist and is involved in patient evaluations, progress documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration to support patient well-being and independence.

The role requires graduation from an accredited OTA program, state licensure, and certification as an OTA, with a preference for