Spanish Speaking COTA Occupational Therapy Assistant for Home Health
About The Position
FeldCare Connects is seeking a self-motivated, Spanish-speaking Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide home healthcare to patients of all ages in the Woodland Hills area. The role is for an independent contractor within FeldCare Connects’ app-based therapy network, which connects partner agencies with therapists and uses software to support efficient patient care. The COTA addresses patient needs related to functional status, activities of daily living, fine motor coordination, home assessments, and adaptive equipment. Following the occupational therapist’s assessment and evaluation, the COTA carries out the treatment plan, provides interventions intended to improve the patient’s well-being, and evaluates progress. FeldCare Connects provides administrative support for assigning, communication, scheduling, care coordination, and quality assurance. Therapists can make their own schedules and work in their preferred area.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
- California Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license.
- Ability and enthusiasm to work with patients of all ages.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual ability; Spanish speaking is sought for this position.
Responsibilities
- Provide services within the scope of California laws governing Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, according to the plan of care and in coordination with other members of the healthcare team.
- Assist patients with therapeutic, creative, and self-care activities to improve functioning and safety.
- Observe, record, and report patients’ responses to treatment and changes in their conditions.
- Instruct patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare team members in therapy activities they can participate in to assist the patient.
- Carry out the occupational therapist’s treatment plan and provide interventions to improve patient well-being.
- Evaluate and report patient progress.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling: make your own schedule and work in the area of your preference.
- Independence to be your own boss, earn above-average compensation, and write off expenses.
- Administrative support for assigning, communication, scheduling, care coordination, and quality assurance.
- Opportunity to join a group that shares your passion for helping people.
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Education Level
Associate degree
