Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Home Health

Allcaretherapies; Sunrise Manor (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading therapy provider in the Greater Las Vegas area is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a home health role focused on pediatric patients. This position offers flexible hours, collaborative care, and support, requiring a current NV license, CPR certification, and a degree in occupational therapy assisting. Join a committed team providing quality treatment in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Streamlined documentation process

Electronic and prompt payments

Supportive staff available

Qualifications

• Current NV Occupational Therapy Assistant license required.
• At least one year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Current CPR certification mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Treat pediatric patients using therapeutic activities under supervision.
• Document weekly progress and maintain therapy records.
• Instruct patients and families on treatment techniques.

Skills

Compassion

Communication Skills

Time Management

Confidentiality Adherence

Education

Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Home Health

• Contract

All Care Therapies is a leading provider of Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapy services. We focus on attracting passionate healthcare professionals committed to providing quality patient care in a collaborative team environment.

We are currently seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team in a home health setting in the Greater Las Vegas area. Our focus is on delivering exceptional care to pediatric patients with various disorders and conditions.

Why Join Us:

• Flexible hours, allowing clinicians to choose their own schedule
• Streamlined documentation process
• Electronic and prompt payments
• Supportive staff always available to assist

COTA Responsibilities:

• Treat pediatric patients using therapeutic and self-care activities to improve function, under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist (OTR).
• Monitor patients' activities, ensure correct performance, and provide encouragement.
• Participate in meetings and case conferences for coordinated care planning.
• Document weekly progress in appropriate records.
• Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in skills and techniques of the treatment program, under supervision of the OT.
• Demonstrate exercises to improve daily task performance and pain relief.
• Complete clinical notes promptly using the company's EMR system.
• Verify client information through interviews, review medical history, and confirm treatment purposes.
• Follow treatment plans developed with the occupational therapist, teaching techniques such as safe movement and stretching exercises.
• Monitor activities, encourage correct performance, and alert the therapist if the treatment isn't effective.
• Maintain pediatric occupational therapy records, documenting patient progress.
• Record billing information for services rendered to generate revenue.
• Ensure a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by adhering to standards, procedures, and legal regulations.
• Uphold professional standards, policies, and legal requirements to protect the occupational therapy practice.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current NV Occupational Therapy Assistant license
• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• At least one year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Current CPR certification
• Willingness to participate in continued education
• Valid state driver’s license and auto insurance

Preferred but not required: Pediatric experience.

Additional qualities include compassion, good communication skills, time management, and confidentiality adherence. All information will be kept confidential following EEO guidelines.

All Care Therapies is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.