COTA / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Interim HealthCare of Central VA•Charlottesville, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Home Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Charlottesville and surrounding areas, you will help patients regain their independence and learn to perform everyday activities in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. Interim HealthCare®, the nation’s first home care company, focuses on personalized therapy to optimize patient outcomes through creative strategies. This role is designed for individuals passionate about therapy and making a direct impact on patients' lives by helping them get back to the things they love in their own living environment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program and active COTA license in Virginia
Minimum 1 year of occupational therapy experience
Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
Good clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, resourceful and compassionate

Nice To Haves

Experience ideally in home healthcare

Responsibilities

Provide occupational therapy to patients unable to perform daily tasks due to an illness or injury
Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT and SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and personal goals
Assess patient, observe deficits, establish therapy goals and document progress
Assist patient with exercises to improve fine motor skills and coordination
Suggest adaptive equipment such as grab bars and shower chairs to offer added support
Assess fall risks and introduce strategies to improve home safety
Educate patient and family on plan of care, exercises, goals and self-care