Travel COTA - Home Health

American Traveler; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing Allowance

L icensure Reimbursement

Travel Reimbursements

Medical Insurance

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a Home Health position in Washington. The role requires 2 years of experience and BLS certification, with WA OTA licensure if applicable.

You will work 5x8 hour days, float within the system as needed, and support patients with complex diagnoses in a home health setting. Carry out the plan of care under supervision, provide treatment to restore function, and mentor students and aides as appropriate.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Washington state OTA license required if applicable
• Proof of Washington state license application required at time of consideration
• Two professional references from the past 2 years required, with at least one from a supervisor
• SSN and date of birth required at time of consideration

Responsibilities

• Home health care setting serving a caseload with average daily census of 650
• Approximately 6 patient visits per day
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Patient diagnoses include heart failure, COPD, wounds, diabetes, post-surgical recovery, respiratory illness, sepsis, dementia, stroke, and myocardial infarction
• Issued a supply/equipment bag, vitals equipment, PPE, laptop, and cell phone
• Epic EMR experience preferred but not required
• Candidates must be willing to float within the health system as operationally necessary
• Carry out the physical therapy plan of care under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist
• Provide treatment to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients achieve optimal functional status
• Offer oversight to students and supervision to therapy aides and volunteers as appropriate
• Work as part of a patient care team to achieve the best outcomes for patients
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Previous employees of the health system must have been separated for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Local candidates are not accepted within a 60-mile radius of the facility
• Up to 7 RTO days may be approved prior to contract signing, with some holiday RTO possible depending on the unit
• No additional RTO will be approved after the contract is signed
• Start date may be delayed up to 8 weeks if licensure is still in process at the time of consideration

Job description

American Traveler is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a Home Health position requiring 2 years of experience and BLS certification.

Requirements

• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Washington state OTA license required if applicable
• Proof of Washington state license application required at time of consideration
• Two professional references from the past 2 years required, with at least one from a supervisor
• SSN and date of birth required at time of consideration

Responsibilities

• Home health care setting serving a caseload with average daily census of 650
• Approximately 6 patient visits per day
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Patient diagnoses include heart failure, COPD, wounds, diabetes, post-surgical recovery, respiratory illness, sepsis, dementia, stroke, and myocardial infarction
• Issued a supply/equipment bag, vitals equipment, PPE, laptop, and cell phone
• Epic EMR experience preferred but not required
• Candidates must be willing to float within the health system as operationally necessary
• Carry out the physical therapy plan of care under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist
• Provide treatment to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients achieve optimal functional status
• Offer oversight to students and supervision to therapy aides and volunteers as appropriate
• Work as part of a patient care team to achieve the best outcomes for patients
• First-time travelers will be considered
• Previous employees of the health system must have been separated for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Local candidates are not accepted within a 60-mile radius of the facility
• Up to 7 RTO days may be approved prior to contract signing, with some holiday RTO possible depending on the unit
• No additional RTO will be approved after the contract is signed
• Start date may be delayed up to 8 weeks if licensure is still in process at the time of consideration

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts