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About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate of an ACOTE-recognized Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current NBCOT certification.
• Certified or licensed to practice as a COTA in New Mexico.
• Ability to carry out delegated care plans and communicate openly with the supervising OT.
• Strong interpersonal skills with patients, caregivers, and clinical colleagues.
• Basic computer proficiency and comfort learning EMR systems.
• Commitment to quality, compliance, and ethical care in the home.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and auto insurance for home visits.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist with mobility or equipment as needed.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and travel locally in various weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of clinical experience preferred.
• Home health experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy interventions in patients’ homes as delegated and supervised by a licensed OT.
• Provide maintenance therapy services under programs established by a qualified OT.
• Use therapy techniques to improve function, reduce disability, and promote independence in daily living.
• Teach patients and caregivers home programs, fine motor exercises, and adaptive techniques.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and report changes in condition or safety concerns to the supervising OT.
• Document services and progress in the EMR, including clinical interventions, care coordination, and communication, in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in care planning and patient care conferences.
• Participate in in-service training, QAPI initiatives, interdisciplinary meetings, case reviews, and continuing education opportunities.
• Provide care in accordance with infection-control, safety, and risk-prevention protocols.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and company privacy and confidentiality standards.
• Represent the organization positively and professionally in patients’ homes and community settings.
• Work independently with minimal daily oversight and demonstrate initiative in completing responsibilities.
• Provide courteous, timely, and professional customer service to patients, families, and partners.
• Adapt to changing responsibilities and complete assignments flexibly.
• Use organizational technology systems and tools for communication, documentation, productivity, and data management.
• Adhere to organizational policies, job descriptions, the mission, and the Employee Handbook.
• Communicate and interact professionally and respectfully with others to support team goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required to fulfill the position’s responsibilities and the company’s interests.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• PTO
• 401(k)
• Mileage reimbursement