Home Health Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Eden Health•Bozeman, MT

About The Position

Implement treatment plans ordered by the physician as indicated by the plan of care to all patients on caseload. Review caseload with supervising OT on a regular basis as established by best practice and/or State guidelines. Evaluates the significance of assessment findings and communicates pertinent information about the patient’s clinical status and ongoing needs to others in a timely fashion. Guarantees that changes in patients’ clinical status are communicated to other healthcare team members, necessary office staff, and physician as per Agency policy. Educates patients, their families/caregivers, and other staff as appropriate, in appropriate occupational therapy modalities. Delivers occupational therapy modalities appropriate to the patient’s clinical status and needs, and in accordance with the standard of care for patient’s age. Provides clear, concise documentation in medical record as it relates to reimbursement guidelines and Agency policy and procedure. Appropriately assesses and reassesses pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Utilizes appropriate pain management modalities that include, but are not limited to, occupational therapy modalities. Provides occupational therapy modalities in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Participates in case conferences to discuss multidisciplinary team responsibilities, patient progress, plans for continued care, new problems, etc. Recommends for needed referrals to other disciplines and/or community resources. Obtains needed supplies and equipment to provide care. Supports cultural practices as long as these practices do not harm the patient/family or interfere with the planned course of medical treatment. Teaches, supervises, and counsels the patient, caregiver, and family members regarding nursing care needs. Participates in the agency Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program. Identifies risk of injuries or threats to life and health in the patient’s environment (e.g. environmental/safety/mobility risks) and implements appropriate interventions to reduce those risks. Maintains current knowledge of community resources. Identifies and accesses appropriate external and internal resources to meet patient and/or family needs and to facilitate optimal patient outcomes while home care services are being provided, and for transfer and discharge processes.

Requirements

Is licensed or otherwise regulated, if applicable, as an occupational therapy assistant by the state in which practicing, unless licensure does apply.
Graduated after successful completion of an occupational therapy assistant education program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education, (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA) or its successor organizations.
Is eligible to take or successfully completed the entry-level certification examination for occupational Therapy assistants developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT).
Is licensed or otherwise regulated as an occupational therapy assistant, if applicable, by the state in which practicing; or any qualifications defined by the state in which practicing, unless licensure does not apply; or must meet both of the following: Competed certification requirements to practice as an occupational therapy assistant established by a credentialing organization approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Completed certification requirements to practice as an occupational therapy assistant established by a credentialing organization approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association; or completed the requirements to practice as an occupational therapy assistant applicable in the state in which practicing.
Had 2 years of appropriate experience as an occupational therapy assistant; and Had achieved satisfactory grade on an occupational therapy assistant proficiency examination conducted, approved, or sponsored by the U.S. Public health Service.
Graduated after successful completion of an occupational therapy assistant education program that is accredited as substantially equivalent to occupational therapist assistant entry level education in the United States by— The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). Its successor organizations. The World Federation of Occupational Therapists. By a credentialing body approved by the American Occupational Therapy Association; and successfully completed the entry level certification examination for occupational therapy assistants developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT).
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Proof of automobile insurance (MVR checked)
Proof of current CPR certification
Able to pass criminal background check and national sex offender clearance

Nice To Haves

Prior Home Health experience preferred

Responsibilities

Implement treatment plans ordered by the physician
Review caseload with supervising OT
Evaluate assessment findings and communicate information about the patient’s clinical status
Communicate changes in patients’ clinical status to healthcare team members, office staff, and physician
Educate patients, families/caregivers, and staff in appropriate occupational therapy modalities
Deliver occupational therapy modalities appropriate to the patient’s clinical status and needs
Provide clear, concise documentation in medical record
Assess and reassess pain and utilize appropriate pain management techniques
Provide occupational therapy modalities in an environment that optimizes patient safety
Participate in case conferences to discuss multidisciplinary team responsibilities
Recommend needed referrals to other disciplines and/or community resources
Obtain needed supplies and equipment to provide care
Support cultural practices that do not harm the patient/family or interfere with medical treatment
Teach, supervise, and counsel the patient, caregiver, and family members regarding nursing care needs
Participate in the agency Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program
Identify risk of injuries or threats to life and health in the patient’s environment
Maintain current knowledge of community resources