Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA (Home Health)

Mission Healthcare•Saint George, UT

6d•$30 - $40

About The Position

Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. We have a critical mission—to take care of our people. We provide a comprehensive array of services that meet the needs of patients and families across the healthcare continuum. We believe our people, partners, patients and their families deserve care delivered with C ompassion, A ccountability, R espect, E xcellence and S ervice (CARES), Mission Healthcare’s core values. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient’s lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are excited to continue to grow our mission family!

Requirements

Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Certified with the National Certification Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant.
Current BLS CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Participate 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.
Participate in the ongoing evaluation of the home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living as delegated by the registered Occupational Therapist.
Participate in teaching new skills or retraining patients when familiar daily activities have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Mission's policy.
Maintain appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the registered occupational therapist any changes in the patient’s condition.
Submit clinical documentation in accordance with Mission's policy (same day).
Follow treatment program and goals for improved patient function as established by the registered Occupational Therapist.
Document patient’s response to treatment plan and progress toward established goals.