Occupational Therapy Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Current, active COTA license in the state of practice and in good standing.
• One year of experience as a COTA; home health experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable automobile, and active auto insurance as required for patient travel.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Commitment to patient-centered, safe, and compassionate care.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to tolerate prolonged physical activity, including standing and walking.
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to travel throughout the service area daily to visit patients or clients.
• Completion of a screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

• Home health experience as a COTA.

Responsibilities

• Implement therapeutic interventions and assist patients in regaining or improving functional independence under the direction of the OT.
• Provide therapeutic treatments that promote mobility, strength, and performance of activities of daily living.
• Implement treatment plans and recommend modifications to the OT based on patient progress and tolerance.
• Collect and document data and observations relevant to the OT’s evaluation and Plan of Care.
• Monitor patient progress and provide timely feedback to the supervising OT.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, adaptive equipment, and safety techniques as directed.
• Reinforce teaching and self-care techniques developed by the OT.
• Maintain communication with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Accurately complete and submit timely documentation in accordance with agency timelines, standards, and billing and reimbursement requirements.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences, in-service education, and QAPI initiatives as assigned.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations, agency policies, and accreditation standards.
• Uphold patient confidentiality and report privacy or safety concerns; follow infection control, universal precaution, and safety procedures.
• Identify and appropriately respond to emergencies, and promptly report incidents, changes in patient condition, or concerns to the supervising OT or Clinical Manager.
• Maintain clinical competence and participate in ongoing professional development.
• Exhibit professionalism, accountability, and collaborative communication within the care team; represent the agency positively with patients, families, and community partners.
• Collaborate with contracted service providers and community health resources as needed.
• Manage time effectively to meet productivity standards while ensuring quality care delivery.
• Use agency resources appropriately and support the agency’s mission.
• Assist in orientation or mentoring of new staff when requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the delivery of quality care.