(PRN) Home Health COTA

Inspiredhomecare; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in St. Charles is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver occupational therapy services under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, teaching new skills, and maintaining clinical records. Ideal candidates will have an OTA license, CPR certification, and a minimum of one year of home health experience. The role offers a flexible schedule with multiple work locations.

Qualifications

• OTA License required to perform under supervision.
• Minimum 1‑year previous home health experience preferred.
• CPR Certification mandatory for patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient's functional status under occupational therapist supervision.
• Teach patients new skills or retrain them in daily activities.
• Maintain clinical records and report patient's condition changes.

Skills

OTA License

Driver's License / Auto Insurance

CPR Certification

Home health experience

Experience with Home Care Home Base

Flexible schedule

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:

• A. 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.
• B. 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.
• C. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the Registered Occupational Therapist any changes in the patient's condition.
• D. Submits clinical documentation in accordance with Organization policy.
• E. 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.
• F. 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.
• G. 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