Occupational Therapist Assistant - COTA

Shelby American, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Klarus Home Health is seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide high-quality therapy services to patients in their homes. This role requires a degree in occupational therapy, relevant experience, and effective communication skills. A benefits package for full-time employees includes insurance coverage, paid time off, and a 401k plan.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage

401k retirement savings plan w/ discretionary match

Company-paid life insurance

Mileage reimbursement

PTO - 80 hours

6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy assistant.
• Current State License to practice occupational therapy.
• Proof of current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide coordinated occupational therapy to home health patients.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Participate in the coordination of care and complete documentation.

Skills

Therapy skills

Good interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Description

Klarus Home Health / Jet Health, Inc is seeking a dedicated and skilled full-time, part time, or PRN / Per Diem Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide coordinated occupational therapy to our home health patients/clients of all age groups under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist in the Albuquerque, NM, Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas.

This role involves participating in the coordination of care and ensuring high-quality therapy services are delivered to patients in their homes.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy assistant with an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current State License to practice occupational therapy.
• A military spouse may engage in the practice of occupational therapy without obtaining the applicable occupational therapy license if the military spouse is currently licensed in good standing by another jurisdiction of the U.S. that has licensing requirements substantially equivalent to the requirements for the license in this state.
• One year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant preferred.
• Therapy skills as set forth in the Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory agencies.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Proof of current CPR certification.
• Reliable transportation and current and valid auto liability insurance, current driver’s license.
• Works in a healthcare facility or patients’/clients’ homes in various conditions.
• Provides coordinated occupational therapy to patients/clients under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
• Participates in the coordination of care.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Ensures timely and accurate completion of documentation.
• Adheres to infection control measures and OSHA guidelines.
• Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competency.

Benefits for full time employees:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Cancer Insurance
• PTO - 80 hours
• 6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday
• 401k retirement savings plan w/ discretionary match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Competitive compensation package