Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

HHAU
US - New Mexico - Albuquerque
December 2, 2024

Benefits/Perks

Flexible Scheduling
Competitive Compensation
Careers Advancement
Full-time, part-time, and PRN options available

Job Summary

Home health occupational therapy assistants are central to the care team and to maximizing a patient's functional potential. Clinicians working in home health are on the front lines of health care and often practice at the top of their license. If you are interested in a changing work environment, seeing patients with a variety of diagnoses, and flexibility in your schedule, home health just may be your best choice!

Responsibilities

Provide physician-prescribed occupational therapy under a plan of care established by the OT
Provide evidence-based direct intervention with patients in their place of residence
Communicate effectively and respectfully with a diverse patient population and co-workers
Work under the supervision of an OT:
- Promptly communicating any patient concerns or changes in status
- Consulting with OT with regard to suggested changes in treatment
- Participating in patient and family education as delegated by the OT
Submit required documentation in a timely manner

Qualifications

Active State Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License
Current CPR with BLS card
Valid driver's license, at least state minimum auto insurance, and an operational vehicle
Possess or obtain a good understanding of Federal, State, and local laws and regulatory guidelines governing home health operations
Great organization skills and an ability to work without direct supervision
Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations
Computer/Technology literacy and experience documenting on an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

Physical Requirements

Duties require extensive standing, walking, and sitting
Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or assistance with transferring patients
Requires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee in this job. The employee may be asked to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Compensation: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Join our team of caring professionals!

At Harmony Home Health and Hospice, we believe there's no greater or more fulfilling career than working one-on-one with someone in need of care at home, and in knowing you've made a real difference in that person's quality of life, health, and overall well being.

Our provide so much more for our clients than simply hands-on . Serving as an extended part of the family, they:

Restore balance
Offer comfort and hope
Provide peace of mind and a sense of security
Allow for recovery in the comfort of home
Foster independence, safety and self-worth and value
And so much more

If you have a compassionate heart and a desire to help others, we'd love to talk to you about joining the Harmony Home Health and Hospice care team! As one of the top-rated senior and pediatric home care agencies, we have a variety of both employment and volunteer opportunities to fit your schedule and skillset.

Disclaimer

Jobs are posted by independently owned and operated provider agencies. Your application will go directly to the agency, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of the agency. All inquiries about employment should be made directly to the agency location.

This aggregate job board is hosted by the Homecare and Hospice Association of Utah (HHAU). HHAU does not have access to candidate information and is not responsible for any of the job postings other than those posted for positions where HHAU is the employer.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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