Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA ), Home Health

AW Health Care • University City, MO

9h • $32 - $42 • Onsite

About The Position

AW Health Care is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to serve patients in North St Louis County. The COTA will administer occupational therapy to patients in their homes, following physician orders and the plan of care under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist and Director of Therapy. AW Health Care is an independent home health agency serving Missouri and Illinois for over 25 years.

Requirements

• Meets the requirements for certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant established by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTO).
• Certification is maintained by the AOTA.
• Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures.
• Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient.
• Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient’s capabilities.
• Participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning.
• Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by physician and according to the plan of care established by the OT.
• Consults with OT regarding change in treatment.
• Instructs patients and family members in home programs and fine motor movement exercises.
• Participates in in-service education and presents in-service programs as assigned.
• Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned.
• Attends all patient care conferences as scheduled.
• Prepares medical records and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per Agency policy.
• Performs services planned, delegated and supervised by the OT.
• Assists in preparing clinical and progress notes.
• Participates in educating the patient and family.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with 4% Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Supplemental benefits (Short/Long-Term Disability, AD&D, Additional Life Insurance)
• Mileage Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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