Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for Home Health

FeldCare Connects; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a passionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide exceptional care to patients in La Jolla. This role offers the flexibility to create your own schedule while working independently and earning competitive compensation. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values ethics and integrity, ensuring that each patient receives personalized attention and support. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are enthusiastic about helping individuals improve their quality of life, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that shares your commitment to making a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Flexibility to make your own schedule

Independence and above-average compensation

Administrative support for scheduling and care coordination

Purpose-driven work environment

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with a focus on patient care and treatment plans.
• Must have a California license and graduation from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services as per state laws and care plans.
• Assist patients with self-care activities to improve safety and functioning.
• Monitor and report on patient progress and responses to treatment.

Skills

Patient Care

Fine Motor Coordination

Therapeutic Activities

Bilingual

Education

Graduation from an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program

California Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license

Job description

This position is for an Independent Contractor to serve La Jolla specifically.

FeldCare Connects is currently seeking a self-motivated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver premier excellence of care and is enthusiastic about working with adults of all ages.

FeldCare Connects provides patients with quality home health care. We connect our partner agencies to the top therapists and use the most innovative software to achieve efficient and effective patient care. We distinguish ourselves from our competitors by consistently providing quality professional therapy services with superior patient outcomes. Our company policy mandates our actions to constantly reflect our goal: to help the patient. We promote ethics and integrity in a way that radiates our mission to our contract therapists and our home health agencies. We provide patients with the most dedicated, passionate, and experienced therapists to fit their needs, including Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, and Registered Dietitians.

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Home Health is responsible for patient care needs relating to functionality status, activities of daily living, fine motor coordination, home assessments, and adaptive equipment. Based on the assessment and evaluation performed by the OT, the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant ensures that the treatment plan is followed, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's wellbeing, and evaluates the patient’s progress.

Responsibilities:

• Provide services defined by the state laws governing the practice of a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team.
• Help the patient in the use of therapeutic, creative, and self-care activities to improve functioning and safety.
• Observe, record, and report the patient's response to treatment and changes to the patient's condition.
• Instruct patients, families, caregivers, and the health care team in the areas of therapy in which they can participate in assisting the patient.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• California Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license.
• Ability and enthusiasm in working with all ages.
• Bilingual is a plus!

We provide our therapists with resources to be successful and maintain work-life balance:

• Flexibility: make your own schedule and work in the area of your preference.
• Independence: be your own boss, earn above-average compensation, and write off expenses.
• Administrative Support: assigning, communication, scheduling, care coordination, & quality assurance.
• Purpose: join a group that shares your passion for helping people.

If you are interested in learning more about the exciting opportunities with FeldCare Connects, please visit www.feldcareconnects.com.