Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA FT Full Time ABQ/Rio Rancho

Harmony Home Health & Hospice; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Advancement opportunities

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Scheduling

Career advancement

Job summary

Harmony Home Health & Hospice in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapy Assistant to join a care team that supports patient independence. You will provide physician-prescribed OT in patients’ homes, following a plan of care and focusing on maximizing functional potential.

This role offers flexible scheduling, direct patient interaction across diagnoses, documentation in an EMR, and collaboration with OTs and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Active State Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License.
• Current CPR with BLS card.
• Valid driver’s license with state minimum auto insurance and access to a vehicle.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws governing home health operations.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to remain calm in emergencies or crises.
• Proficiency with computers and EMR documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide physician-prescribed occupational therapy under a plan of care established by the OT.
• Provide evidence-based direct intervention with patients in their place of residence.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse patient population and co-workers.
• Work under the supervision of an OT, including communicating patient concerns and suggested treatment changes, and participating in patient-family education as delegated by the OT.
• Submit required documentation in a timely manner.

Skills

CPR with BLS

EMR literacy

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

Active State Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Job Summary

Home health occupational therapy assistants are central to the care team and to maximizing a patient’s functional potential. Clinicians working in home health are on the front lines of health care and often practice at the top of their license. If you are interested in a changing work environment, seeing patients with a variety of diagnoses, and flexibility in your schedule, home health just may be your best choice!

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Careers Advancement

Responsibilities

• Provide physician-prescribed occupational therapy under a plan of care established by the OT
• Provide evidence-based direct intervention with patients in their place of residence
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse patient population and co‑workers
• Work under the supervision of an OT:
• Promptly communicating any patient concerns or changes in status
• Consulting with OT with regard to suggested changes in treatment
• Participating in patient and family education as delegated by the OT
• Submit required documentation in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Active State Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License
• Current CPR with BLS card
• Valid driver’s license, at least state minimum auto insurance, and an operational vehicle
• Possess or obtain a good understanding of Federal, State, and local laws and regulatory guidelines governing home health operations
• Great organization skills and an ability to work without direct supervision
• Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations
• Computer/Technology literacy and experience documenting on an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

Physical Requirements

• Duties require extensive standing, walking, and sitting
• Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or assistance with transferring patients
• Requires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee in this job. The employee may be asked to perform job‑related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Disclaimer

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