Per Diem COTA: Home Health Therapy Impact

PeaceHealth; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

PeaceHealth Home Health in Bellingham, WA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position. The role involves carrying out treatment plans under an OT, serving patients from pediatric to geriatric with musculoskeletal, neurological, and medical diagnoses.

Responsibilities include treating patients per the plan, maintaining records, training caregivers, and coordinating care with the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Accredited OT Assistant program completion.
• Washington State COTA license required (or eligible).
• Driver's license and auto insurance for Home Health.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) on hire.

Responsibilities

• Treat assigned patients following an established treatment plan under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
• Maintain clinical and billing records.
• Assist in orientation/training of new caregivers.
• Provide recommendations for equipment and environment of care needs.
• Coordinate patient care with other healthcare team members.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Flexibility

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program

Job description

PeaceHealth Home Health in Bellingham, WA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position. The role involves carrying out treatment plans under an OT, serving patients from pediatric to geriatric with musculoskeletal, neurological, and medical diagnoses.

Responsibilities include treating patients per the plan, maintaining records, training caregivers, and coordinating care with the healthcare team.