Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Lawrence County

Avid Health At Home•Wheelersburg, OH

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About The Position

Avid Health is hiring a PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide skilled occupational therapy services to patients in their homes. Under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT), the COTA follows physician orders, the established plan of care, agency policies, and applicable state and federal regulations. The role supports patients in improving their ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and functional mobility, while promoting independence, safety, and quality of life. The COTA provides prescribed therapeutic interventions, helps patients develop or regain functional skills, educates patients and caregivers, documents treatment and progress, and communicates with the supervising OT. The position also involves participation in interdisciplinary meetings as requested and compliance with Medicare, HIPAA, infection control, and agency requirements. The COTA does not conduct initial evaluations, establish or modify plans of care, or complete discharge assessments unless applicable law and regulation permit. This is an as-needed position with no guaranteed hours. Assignments depend on patient census and staffing needs, and the COTA is expected to maintain flexibility and communicate availability. The role requires travel throughout the assigned service area to patients' homes.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
Current, unrestricted Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license or certification as required by the state of practice.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance.
Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
Ability to work independently while maintaining regular communication with the supervising Occupational Therapist.
Ability to travel independently to patients' homes throughout the assigned service area.
Ability to lift, transfer, and assist patients as needed, up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, reach, and perform physical activities necessary to provide patient care.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and transport therapy supplies or adaptive equipment as needed.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical experience.
Home health experience.
Knowledge of Medicare home health regulations and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist and outlined in each patient's plan of care.
Implement therapeutic activities and exercises to improve strength, coordination, endurance, balance, fine motor skills, range of motion, and functional performance.
Assist patients in developing or regaining the skills needed to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, energy conservation, adaptive equipment, joint protection, and home safety strategies.
Reinforce recommendations for adaptive equipment and environmental modifications to improve patient safety and independence.
Observe and document patient responses, progress toward goals, and changes in condition, and report them to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
Complete treatment documentation accurately and within agency-established timeframes, in accordance with Medicare guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Communicate regularly with the supervising Occupational Therapist about patient status and intervention effectiveness.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences as requested.
Comply with Medicare Conditions of Participation, HIPAA regulations, infection control standards, and agency policies.
Maintain professional competency through continuing education and adherence to ethical standards.
Accept PRN patient assignments according to agency staffing needs and availability.
Travel independently to patients' homes throughout the assigned service area and transport therapy supplies or adaptive equipment as needed.

Benefits

Competitive experience-based pay.
Weekly pay, with daily pay accessible through TapCheck.
Flexible schedules.
Shift differential.
Paid time off for both part-time and full-time employees.
Holiday pay.
Employee referral bonus.
401(k) with company match.
Paid online learning and in-person training.
Medical insurance with company contribution for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
Dental insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
Vision insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
Life and AD&D insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
Short- and long-term disability insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours.