Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Alternate Solutions Health Network • Detroit, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Beaumont Home Health and Hospice is hiring an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to provide home-based therapy under the direction of the attending physician and according to the goals and order sets established by the Occupational Therapist. The OTA works with an interdisciplinary team to provide compassionate, high-quality care and support positive patient outcomes throughout recovery. The role includes interacting with patients and their families in the home setting, providing education, and helping patients restore their health and functional abilities.

The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with no nights, weekends, or holidays. The territory is Detroit, covering ZIP codes 48224, 48213, 48125, 48238, 48204, 48209, 48210, 48201, 48206, 48298, 48214, 48202, 48207, 48211, 48216, and 48226. The role offers a guaranteed base hourly rate, an uncapped bonus structure, mileage pay, additional bonus opportunities, and flexible schedules. Teammates receive support from scheduling and patient-admissions teams.

The OTA provides comprehensive skilled services as ordered by the attending physician, educates patients and family members, promotes patient safety, completes accurate clinical documentation, and complies with applicable laws and regulations. Duties and responsibilities may change or be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Current Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) license in the state of employment.
• At least one year of experience as an OTA in an acute care setting.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance in the applicant's name as a driver.
• Ability to meet all physical demands of the position.
• Compassionate communication and a positive attitude.
• Patience when working with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers.
• Attention to detail, observational skills, and ability to follow directions.

Nice To Haves

• Home care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled occupational therapy services as ordered by the attending physician and in accordance with the Occupational Therapist’s goals and order sets.
• Observe and monitor patients’ conditions and notify the Occupational Therapist of changes.
• Assess functional problems and provide interventions to improve patient functional status in conjunction with the Occupational Therapist.
• Educate and counsel patients and families about disease or injury and its management throughout occupational therapy.
• Instruct patients and family members on the proper use of wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• Promote patient safety.
• Complete clinical documentation according to agency protocol and Medicare and federal guidelines.
• Follow agency policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Communicate changes in schedule or availability to schedulers or supervisors.
• Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings.

Benefits

• Guaranteed base hourly rate and generous uncapped bonus structure.
• Mileage reimbursement and additional bonus opportunities.
• Flexible schedules.
• Support from scheduling and patient-admissions teams.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with plan flexibility.
• Paid time off for eligible teammates.
• Opportunity to participate in a 401(k).
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

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