Home Health - COTA - Part Time

Inspiredhomecare; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in San Antonio, Texas. This role involves providing occupational therapy services under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, evaluating patients' functional status, and teaching skills to retrain patients for independent living. Candidates must have an OTA License, CPR Certification, and at least one year of home health experience. A flexible schedule and the ability to work at multiple locations are required.

Qualifications

• OTA License required for position.
• Driver's License and auto insurance are mandatory.
• CPR Certification is essential.
• Minimum 1-year experience in home health required.
• Previous experience using Kinzer is advantageous.
• Must have a flexible schedule and ability to work at multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient's functional status under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
• Teach new skills or retrain patients in daily activities.
• Maintain clinical records and report changes in patient condition.
• Follow established treatment program set by the Occupational Therapist.
• Communicate with personnel involved in patient care.
• Attend and contribute to required meetings and case conferences.

Skills

OTA License

Driver's License/Auto Insurance

CPR Certification

Home health experience

Experience using Kinzer

Flexible schedule

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Description Summary

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy services under the direction of the Occupational Therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

Essential Job Functions

• A. Participates in the ongoing evaluation of patient's functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.) as delegated by the registered occupational therapist. Participates in the ongoing evaluation of the home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living as delegated by the Registered Occupational Therapist.
• B. Participates in teaching new skills or retraining patients in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with organization policy.
• C. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the Registered Occupational Therapist any changes in the patient's condition.
• D. Submits clinical documentation in accordance with Organization policy.
• E. Follows treatment program and goals for improved patient function as established by the Registered Occupational Therapist. Documents patient's response to treatment plan and progress toward established goals.
• F. Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient's care to promote coordinated, efficient care. Documents such communication in accordance with Organization policy.
• G. Attends and contributes to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.

Qualifications

• OTA License
• Driver's License/Auto Insurance
• CPR Certification
• Minimum 1-year previous home health experience
• Previous experience using Kinzer
• Flexible schedule / multiple work locations