(PRN) Home Health COTA

Inspiredhomecare; Naperville (IL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspiredhomecare is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Naperville, Illinois. This role involves providing therapy services under the guidance of an Occupational Therapist, conducting patient evaluations, and maintaining accurate clinical records. Candidates must possess an OTA license, CPR certification, and have at least one year of home health experience. A flexible schedule is required to meet patient needs across multiple locations, ensuring comprehensive care for our clients.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid OTA License.
• Driver's License and Auto Insurance required.
• CPR certification is mandatory.
• At least 1 year of previous home health experience.
• Experience using Home Care Home Base software.
• Must have a flexible schedule for multiple work locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services under OT direction.
• Evaluate patient's functional status as delegated.
• Teach new skills or retrain patients post-illness or injury.
• Maintain clinical records and document patient conditions.
• Follow treatment programs established by the OT.
• Coordinate with personnel involved in patient care.
• Attend in-services and contribute to care plans.

Skills

OTA License

CPR Certification

Home health experience

Communication skills

Flexibility

Tools

Home Care Home Base

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Description Summary: The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy services under the direction of the Occupational Therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

Essential Job Functions

• Participates in the ongoing evaluation of patient's functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability, work capacity, etc.) as delegated by the registered occupational therapist.
• Participates in the ongoing evaluation of the home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living as delegated by the Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Participates in teaching new skills or retraining patients in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with organization policy.
• Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the Registered Occupational Therapist any changes in the patient's condition.
• Submits clinical documentation in accordance with Organization policy.
• Follows treatment program and goals for improved patient function as established by the Registered Occupational Therapist. Documents patient's response to treatment plan and progress toward established goals.
• Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient's care to promote coordinated, efficient care. Documents such communication in accordance with Organization policy.
• Attends and contributes to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization.

Qualifications

• OTA License
• Driver's License/Auto Insurance
• CPR Certification
• Minimum 1-year previous home health experience
• Previous experience using Home Care Home Base
• Flexible schedule / multiple work locations