Occupational Therapy Assistant -Richmond, VA

InnovAge; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to deliver essential therapy services under the guidance of an Occupational Therapist. This role involves developing individualized treatment plans, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring comprehensive care for participants, particularly the elderly and frail. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to patient care, excellent communication skills, and the ability to adapt interventions to meet diverse needs. Join a forward-thinking organization that values quality improvement and professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Requires certification in Occupational Therapy and CPR.
• 1+ years of experience working with frail or elderly patients.

Responsibilities

• Administers occupational therapy under supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Develops treatment goals and adapts interventions for participants.
• Maintains treatment areas and documents participant care promptly.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Education

Certification from National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy

CPR Certification

Job description

A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) administers occupational therapy to participants in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist.

• Provides physician prescribed occupational therapy under a written plan of care established, delegated and supervised by the OT.
• Develops treatment goals in collaboration with, and under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Adapts intervention environment, tools, materials and activities according to the needs of the participant in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist.
• Interacts with the participant s family or caregiver(s) in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist.
• Assists in preparing clinical and progress notes.
• Participates in educating the participant and family regarding all aspects of activities of daily living
• Participates with all other health care personnel in participant care planning.
• Consults with OT regarding change in treatment.
• Prepares medical records, progress notes and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per policy.
• Informs the OT and other team members of changes in the patient's condition and needs.
• Continually reevaluates needs of patient/family.
• Consults with OT to determine whether treatment plan should be continued, changed or terminated.
• Instruction to patient/family in home program with documentation in medical record notes.
• Completes and submits progress notes and paperwork in a timely manner per Agency policy.
• Immediately reports to supervising Occupational Therapist any patient incidents/variances or complaints.
• Reports all incomplete work assignments to supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and program evaluations.
• Maintains treatment areas, equipment and the supply inventory as required.
• Enters equipment into IGCP inventory by issuing InnovAge number, entering item into DME book and placing item(s) into stock within 24 hours of equipment delivery.
• Updates DME book as needed, ensures that book has current information.
• Maintains O.T. forms for use within department by keeping files stocked.
• Assists with data collection/evaluation by maintaining the Log Book on a daily basis.
• Monitors own performance and identifies areas where additional assistance and/or instruction is needed.
• Documents participant care within 24 hours of home visit and completes progress notes on participants receiving regular O.T. care.
• Responds to request for services by contacting participants either by phone or in person within 48 hours of referral being given.

REQUIRED

• Current certification from National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBOT)
• Current CPR certification or the ability to obtain CPR certification is required.
• Requires personal transportation, state issued driver s license, good driving record and auto insurance as required by law
• 1+ yr working with the frail or elderly

PREFERRED

• 2+ yrs COTA experience
• Bi-lingual