Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Alternate Solutions Health Network; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Alternate Solutions Health Network is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide home-based therapy under physician orders, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support patient recovery journeys.

The role emphasizes compassionate communication, patient and family education, and strict adherence to documentation standards and Medicare guidelines. We offer competitive incentives and a comprehensive benefits package with mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Active COTA license in the state of employment.
• Minimum one year experience as a COTA in acute care; home care preferred.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance in the applicant's name.
• Capable of all physical demands.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled occupational therapy as ordered by the attending physician.
• Educate patients and families and ensure safety and accurate documentation.
• Complete clinical documentation following Medicare/Federal guidelines.
• Follow agency policies and communicate schedule changes to schedulers.
• Plan of Care development and ongoing monitoring with the team.

Skills

COTA licensure

Home health care

Compassionate communication

Attention to detail

Patient education

Documentation accuracy

Education

Licensed COTA

Tools

Medicare/Federal guidelines

Job description

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

PRN: 1 day a week 8 hrs.
Hours: 8 am-5 pm
Territory: East Hamilton, Hamilton Above and below 129, Oxford, Ross, Fairfield, Hamilton, Trenton and surrounding areas
Agency: The Christ hospital Homecare

How You'll Make a Difference

Care and compassion are at the heart of what you'll do as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). You'll be part of an interdisciplinary team that focuses on providing compassionate quality care and producing positive outcomes for your patient population. You'll provide home-based therapy for patients as directed by the attending physician and by following the order sets and goals created by the Occupational Therapist. Interacting with patients' families while caring for your patients and experiencing the rewarding privilege to be part of every step of their recovery journey. Home care provides context and real-world perspective about what will really help patients restore their health.

What We Offer

We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. We've launched a new guaranteed base hourly rate plus a generous uncapped bonus structure which is designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our Clinicians make every day. We pay mileage and have additional bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions. Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you. Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.

How You'll Work

You'll provide comprehensive skilled services as ordered by the attending physician. You will educate patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. You are accountable for completing accurate documentation and remaining compliant with all legal rules and regulations.

Major Areas Of Responsibility

• Plan of Care: Provide skilled occupational therapy as ordered by the attending physician and observe and monitor patient conditions and notify the Occupational Therapist of any changes in the patient's condition.


• Minimize Patient Risk: Assesses functional problems and provides intervention and, in conjunction with the occupational therapist works toward goals to improve patient functional status


• Family Educator/Advocate: Counsel patient and family on the disease/injury and how to manage in all phases of occupational therapy.


• Instruct patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices Policies:


• Completes all clinical documentation following agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.


• Rules and Regulations: Understand and follow agency policies, procedures, rules, and regulations and communicate changes in schedule/availability to schedulers or supervisors.


• Operations: Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings.

Hard & Soft Skills

Compassionate communicator with a positive attitude. Patience is a virtue when working with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers. Attention to detail is critical, as is being observant and following directions.

Requirements

Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) with current license in the state of employment Minimum one-year experience as a COTA in an acute care setting. Home care experience preferred. Valid driver's license and auto insurance in your name as a driver Capable of all physical demands We are proud to be part of the Alternate Solutions Health Network family.

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We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.