Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA Home Health

Elara Caring • Jefferson City, MO

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About The Position

Elara Caring is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide home health visits. The role supports patients in their homes by implementing rehabilitation care under the Occupational Therapist’s plan and helping ensure continuity and quality of care. The assistant conducts routine visits, reassesses therapy needs, communicates significant findings and changes to the care team, and instructs patients and caregivers on therapy and home exercise programs. The position requires travel within the branch or office coverage area, including travel for 50% of the role.

Requirements

• Graduate of a certified occupational therapy curriculum established by the Occupational Therapy Association.
• Current, unrestricted COTA certification in the state of work.
• At least one year of experience as a COTA in a clinical care setting.
• Able and willing to travel within the branch or office coverage area and travel 50% of the time.
• Dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.

Responsibilities

• Implement rehabilitation needs by following a plan of care based on the Occupational Therapist’s findings.
• Make routine visits and reevaluate patients’ therapy needs during each visit.
• Communicate significant findings, problems, and changes in patient condition or environment to the appropriate supervisor, Occupational Therapist, physician, and other care team members.
• Verify the Plan of Care before each visit and provide care according to physician’s orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
• Counsel and instruct patients and caregivers on therapy-related needs and home exercise programs, and request modifications or clarification when needed.
• Identify and report potential payment or coverage problems to the appropriate supervisor.
• Ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
• Enter clinical notes in a timely manner and document ongoing communication and coordination of services with physicians, staff, and other disciplines.

Benefits

• $2,500 sign-on bonus.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Family and pet bereavement.
• Pet insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
• Continuing education opportunities at no cost for all employees.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Autonomy and flexibility in the workday.
• One-on-one visits in a collaborative environment.
• Ambient listening system to support documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed