Home Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA

Principle Choice Home Healthcare • Oklahoma City, OK

5d • Onsite

About The Position

PRINCIPLE CHOICE HOME HEALTHCARE Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Full-Time Who We Are: Principle Choice Home Health partners with patients and families to provide comprehensive care in a compassionate atmosphere. We make a difference in our clients' lives by bringing hope, health and healing in the place that matters most - home. We deliver exceptional care to our clients and their families that consistently exceeds expectations, while at the same time fostering a culture and environment that provides our team members with an incredible work experience. Principle Choice is Different: Compassion - We deliver compassionate care by attentively listening to our clients' needs, addressing all concerns, and providing emotional support and empathy during each step in their care. Advocacy - We advocate for our clients by empowering them to be an active partner in their care and ensuring all treatment options are thoroughly explained, leaving our clients with the confidence to make well-informed decisions. Principle Choice Home Health (PCH) is looking for self-motivated, confident, and accountable people to join our team and help us share our mission and values with everyone around us. POSITION PURPOSE The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant helps in the creation of a plan of care for a patient. Their responsibilities are to focus on rehabilitation in a home environment, helping patients through illness as they work their way back to daily life. Their duties are to assist an occupational therapist in their rehabilitation plan for a patient such as neurological, musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and cardio-pulmonary impairments; fine motor, sensory motor, and developmental delays; as well as traumatic injuries and swallowing disorders. This includes patient and caregiver education; discharge planning; and consultation to other professionals, clinics, or agencies. ORGANIZATION This position reports to the Occupational Therapist of record.

Requirements

• Currently licensed by the Oklahoma Medical Board as an Occupational Therapy Assistant- no disciplinary action taken.
• Minimum of 2 years of Home Health experience
• BLS certification
• Active drivers license and car insurance.
• Medical knowledge, patience, compassion, kindness, critical thinking skills, knowledge of infection control practices, stamina, and physical endurance, observational skills, knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules, communication skills, leadership, empathy

Nice To Haves

• Preferred member of NBCOT (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy)

Responsibilities

• Assists the occupational therapist in assessing the level of function of the patient.
• Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by the physician and according to the plan of care established by the OT.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes in a timely manner per Agency policy.
• Helps OT develop the plan of treatment (revising as necessary).
• Consults with OT regarding change in treatment.
• Participates with all other home care personnel in patient care planning.
• Advises and consults with the family and other agency personnel.
• Observes, records, and reports any changes in the patient’s condition.
• Educates the patient/family and agency personnel in the use of equipment, home therapy programs, and activities of daily living.
• Assists with the rehabilitation of patients according to the plan of care.
• Participates in case conferences and in-services.
• Communicates effectively with all care providers, staff, patient/family and caregivers.
• Ensures quality care.
• Confirms on a weekly basis the scheduling of visits with the occupational therapist to coordinate necessary visits with other personnel.
• Planning Discharge.
• Educate patients and/or families about proper safe use and recommend methods for installation of adaptive equipment.
• Understands and Adheres to all Company policies and procedures.
• Participates in QAPI activities as assigned.
• Acts as an effective team member.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Mileage Reimbursement at $ .70/mile
• Comprehensive Full Benefit Package including Medical, Dental, Vision (Benefits begin first of the month following hire date.)
• Competitive Pay
• Federal Holidays Paid, PTO: 15 days accrued annually, Sick: 7 days accrued annually.
• CEU and License costs/Renewals Reimbursement/Annually
• 401(k) plan with associate and employer contribution.

What This Job Offers

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