Occupational Therapist Assistant - COTA

LHC Group, Inc.; Arkansas; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health provider is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to help restore patients' physical abilities in their homes. You will work under the supervision of an occupational therapist, following treatment plans, and providing compassionate care to enhance patients' quality of life in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Continuing education opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Independence and autonomy

Career growth possibilities

Qualifications

• Current OTA licensure in the state.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy to home health patients.
• Follow treatment plans set by the supervising OT.
• Observe and report patient responses to treatment.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Empathy

Education

Current OTA licensure

Current CPR certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.

At Elite Home Health - Fort Smith, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you can expect:

• the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships
• continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• independence and autonomy
• career growth possibilities

Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA, OTA) in Home Health is responsible for providing occupational therapy to patients in their homes to restore them to their fullest physical ability. The Occupational Therapy Assistant performs his/her duties in accordance with policies and procedures and the established plan of care.

• Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising OT.
• Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in evidence-based treatment within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant and according to the state laws governing occupational therapy assistants.
• Observes, records, and reports to the supervising OT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate.
• Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Current OTA licensure in the stateof
• Current CPRcertification
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle orpublic

Company Overview LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks:https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Elite Home Healtha part ofLHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose:It's all about helping people.