COTA - Home Health OT with Flexible Scheduling

Compassionate Care Home Health Agency; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic team

Supportive culture

Growth opportunities

Flexible schedules

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Mileage reimbursement

PTO & holidays

401(k)

401(k) matching

Job summary

Compassionate Care Home Health in California is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide occupational therapy services under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will assess patients, implement treatment plans, and document progress in accordance with the plan of care.

The ideal candidate holds a California COTA license, NBCOT certification, and at least one year of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• NBCOT certification is required.
• Active California COTA license.
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience as a COTA.
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient evaluations of functional abilities, mobility, endurance, self-care, and home safety as delegated by the supervising OT.
• Help patients develop or regain skills needed for daily living activities following illness or injury.
• Implement treatment plans and goals established by the supervising OT.
• Monitor patient responses and progress toward established goals and reporting changes in condition.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records, treatment notes, and required documentation.
• Communicating and coordinating care with the supervising OT and other members of the healthcare team.
• Identifying additional patient and caregiver needs and assisting with appropriate referrals.
• Educating patients, families, and caregivers on treatment plans and therapeutic techniques.
• Participating in case conferences, in-service training, and other required clinical meetings.
• Maintaining ongoing communication with the supervising OT, with supervision documented at least every 30 days.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Reliable vehicle

Education

Graduate of accredited OT Assistant program

NBCOT certification

California COTA license

Job description

Compassionate Care Home Health in California is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide occupational therapy services under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. You will assess patients, implement treatment plans, and document progress in accordance with the plan of care.

The ideal candidate holds a California COTA license, NBCOT certification, and at least one year of clinical experience.