PRN-Home Health COTA(West County/Jefferson County)

EverTrue•Brentwood, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct occupational therapy to patients in their residences and implements treatment plans developed with an Occupational Therapist (OTR). The role supports EverTrue’s philosophy, vision, core values, and Christian mission so that older adults can live life to the fullest. The Occupational Therapy Assistant supports the OTR in developing patient-specific treatment goals and plans, reviewing care and recommending changes as needed. The position documents patient progress, educates patients and family members, communicates relevant changes in patients’ physical or emotional conditions, and collaborates with the home care team and other care providers. The employee also participates in case conferences, in-service programs, department policy development, and community awareness of home care services. This position involves working in patients’ homes and may require lifting, transferring, and physically assisting patients. The work environment is described as well-lighted, ventilated, temperature-controlled, and usually quiet, with minimal exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, and outside weather conditions. Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed. Pay is based on an episodic model: routine visit $40; holiday routine visit $60; no-bill visit $15; holiday no-bill visit $22.50; case conference $60; quarterly meeting $40; and quarterly compliance training $160. The position is not eligible for shift differentials. Benefits depend on employment status. All employees receive PTO and PTO sell-back, retirement savings with employer match, education financial assistance, an employee assistance program, wellness resources, pay advances, caregiver support, leaves of absence, retail deals and discounts, and commuter support. Part-time employees additionally receive extended sick pay, bereavement pay, and jury duty pay. Full-time and weekend-option employees additionally receive medical/pharmacy, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, Voya income protection benefits, and pet insurance.

Requirements

Valid state licensure to work as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to work independently.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office or equivalent programs.
Excellent customer service skills.
Excellent problem-resolution skills.
Detail orientation and good organizational skills.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Assist the OTR in developing and implementing individual treatment goals that reflect patients’ needs.
Assist the OTR in developing an occupational therapy treatment plan for each patient, and review and consult with the OTR frequently about needed changes.
After review with the OTR, communicate with members of the medical care team and other department personnel to address patients’ total needs, including recommending referrals to ancillary services.
Implement the treatment plan as outlined by the OTR and document progress in the medical record at each visit.
Provide support and education to patients and family members regarding patients’ occupational therapy needs.
Promptly communicate changes in a patient’s physical or emotional condition, or significant occurrences, to the physician, home care nurse, and OTR.
Attend and participate in case conferences and agency in-service programs.
Provide input in establishing department policies.
Promote awareness and use of home care services among professionals, physicians, and the community.
Participate as a member of the home care team.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) and PTO sell-back.
Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution.
Education financial assistance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Wellness resources.
Pay advances (PayActiv).
Caregiver support (TCARE).
Leaves of absence.
Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot).
Commuter support.
Part-time employees: extended sick pay, bereavement pay, and jury duty pay.
Full-time or weekend-option employees: medical/pharmacy, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, Voya income protection benefits (hospital, critical illness, and accident), and pet insurance.