Home Health Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA Full Time

Aveanna Healthcare; Rochester (MN); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Résumé du poste

Aveanna Healthcare in Rochester, MN is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide skilled therapy in patient homes under an OT plan of care. You will educate patients and caregivers, coordinate with the interdisciplinary team, and document progress.

Responsibilities include delivering therapy per physician orders, monitoring safety, and helping patients regain function and independence. A valid OTA license, CPR, and state credentials are required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an Occupational Therapist Assistant program (accredited).
• Valid CPR certification.
• Current, unrestricted OTA license in state of practice.

Responsabilités

• Provides direct occupational therapy according to the supervising OT and physician's plan of care.
• Communicates updates to patient and caregiver regarding the plan of care.
• Delivers skilled therapy services and procedures as appropriate for the patient.
• Reports observations to supervisors and the patient's physician as needed.
• Educates patients and caregivers in use of assistive devices and DME.
• Collaborates with other disciplines to discuss the patient plan of care.
• Plans discharge and communicates discharge instructions to patient and family.
• Maintains timely documentation and completes required reports.

Connaissances

Direct OT services under supervision

Patient and caregiver education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation and compliance

Discharge planning

Formation

OTA education program (accredited)

Description du poste

Position Overview
As an Aveanna

Position Overview
As an Aveanna Occupational Therapy Assistant Full Time you will utilize your clinical expertise to provide skilled education, treatment, and interventions as directed by the Physician in the home health plan of care. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, receiving and providing pertinent updates to optimize patient well-being.
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Territory: Rochester and Surrounding Areas
Essential Job Functions

• Provides direct occupational therapy according to directions of occupational therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care.
• Communicates with and regularly updates the patient and/or caregiver regarding the plan of care.
• Provides skilled therapy services, treatments and procedures as appropriate for the patient’s care and safety.
• Reports observations of the patient’s condition to the designated supervisor(s), and/or the patient’s physician, as appropriate.
• Treats clients to relieve pain and/or develop or restore function to maintain maximum performance.
• Provides skilled teaching to the patients, family members, and caregivers regarding the safe use of assistive devices and durable medical equipment.
• Educates patients and caregivers in carry over regarding issues concerning rehabilitation and adaptation techniques needed for recovery.
• Collaborates with other service disciplines to discuss the patient plan of care.
• Plans for client’s discharge, prepares discharge instructions, and communicates discharge plan with patients, family members, and caregivers.
• Participates in in-service programs.
• Reacts to change productively and performs other job-related tasks and duties as assigned.
• Complies with ethical and professional standards of conduct as set forth by the American Occupational Therapy Association
• Ensures confidentiality of patient records/information. Observes, records, and reports (1) signs and symptoms; (2) reactions to treatments and medications; and (3) any change in the patient’s physical or emotional condition to the patient’s physician and to the RN on the case if applicable, on a timely basis.
• Records clinical and progress notes at the time of the visit to ensure continuity of qualitative patient care on a timely basis.
• Completes daily report and any required documentation in a timely fashion to ensure agency operating schedules.
• Submits all credentials in a timely manner.
• Performs all responsibilities in a professional manner

Why Join Our Team?

• Our clinical team is a family of clinicians who work together to meet the needs of each patient
• Nationwide career opportunities where our leaders encourage advancements
• Our clinicians enjoy the flexibility of getting to build rapport with patients to produce the best clinical outcomes
• We know that our clinicians make or break the organization’s success

Requirements

• Graduation from an Occupational Therapist Assistant education program from an accredited university/program.
• Valid CPR
• Current, unrestricted state license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice

Comprehensive Benefits (Full-time Positions)
Aveanna offers benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work, including:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance for your fur babies
• 401(k) with Company match
• Vacation time, Sick time, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition discounts
• Free continuing education units (CEUs) for nurses
• Employee Assistance Program and Employee Relief Fund
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Our Mission
Our mission is to revolutionize the way homecare is delivered, one patient at a time. We are committed to innovation, clinical excellence, and compassionate care—because outcomes improve when care is personal. Join the revolution and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day.
HHH
As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.
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