Occupational Therapist Assistant ( COTA ), Assisted Living/Memory Care Facility

AW Health Care; West Valley City (UT); Presencial; USD 44.000 - 52.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Aging Well Health Care, LLC is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide intermittent OT services in patients' residences under OT direction. The role supports hospital-to-home transition with plan of care compliance and family involvement.

The position is listed as part-time, with opportunities for full-time hours, and pays per hour. The candidate should hold active AOTA certification and state licensure, with preference for two years of experience.

Formación

• Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant per AOTA requirements.
• Active licensure/certification in the state(s) of practicing.
• Two years of experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Administers occupational therapy to patients in their residence under supervision.
• Implements the plan of care and physician orders with OT direction.
• Instructs patients and families in home programs and exercises.
• Prepares medical records and updates care plans for each visit.
• Participates in patient care conferences and education activities.
• Performs skilled procedures as ordered by the physician and OT.

Conocimientos

Home health

Patient care

Communication with family

Educación

AOTA OTA certification

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) administers occupational therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist and Director of Therapy, Outpatient. AW Health Care is looking to add a consistent Full Time or Part Time COTA to service our St Louis County Facilities.

Job Type

Part‑time

Responsibilities

• Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures.
• Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient.
• Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient’s capabilities.
• Participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning.
• Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by physician and according to the plan of care established by the OT.
• Consults with OT regarding change in treatment.
• Instructs patients and family members in home programs and fine motor movement exercises.
• Participates in in‑service education and presents in‑service programs as assigned.
• Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned.
• Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled.
• Prepares medical records and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per Agency policy.
• Performs services planned, delegated and supervised by the OT.
• Assists in preparing clinical and progress notes.
• Participates in educating the patient and family.

Qualifications

• A person who meets the requirements for certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant established by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTO).
• Certification is maintained by the AOTA.
• Currently certified in the state(s) in which practicing.
• Two (2) years of experience, preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to participate in physical activity.
• Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity.
• Moderate lifting.
• Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.

Salary Description

$32.00/HR - $38.00/HR