Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Elara Caring • Bridgeton, MO

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About The Position

Elara Caring is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide compassionate, coordinated home-care services. The role delivers occupational therapy according to the care plan developed by an Occupational Therapist, monitors patient progress, communicates changes to the appropriate care professionals, and supports patients and caregivers with home exercises and safe techniques. It also includes timely documentation, proactive care to help reduce avoidable hospital and emergency room visits, and adherence to healthcare regulations and agency policies. The position is physically active and may involve lifting and transferring patients, travel between patient homes and assigned work locations, and occasional irregular or on-call hours.

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.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record, or reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services according to the care plan developed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Visit patients regularly and monitor their progress during each visit.
• Report changes in a patient's condition to the Occupational Therapist, physician, and care team.
• Follow physician orders and the established plan of care.
• Teach patients and caregivers home therapy exercises and safe techniques.
• Work with the care team to provide coordinated, high-quality patient care.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation for each patient visit.
• Help reduce avoidable hospital and emergency room visits through proactive patient care.
• Stay current on healthcare regulations and agency policies.
• Travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.
• Perform physically active work that may include lifting and transferring patients.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
• Continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Family and pet bereavement leave.
• Fleet vehicle program, subject to restrictions, or mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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