Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(COTA)

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Job Description Summary:

This position is responsible for assisting staff Occupational Therapists in accordance with the Ohio Occupational Therapy Board laws and rules. Following the set POC, the occupational therapist assistant provides patient treatment, patient/family instruction, discharge planning and may assist in the occupational therapy evaluation as appropriate. The OTA documents in the medical record and communicates with the multidisciplinary team. The OTA collaborates with the supervising occupational therapist including, but not limited to, the need for OT reassessment. This position helps patients achieve maximum functional outcomes. Acts as a clinical instructor for students and actively participates in department functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's Degree (Required)BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, DL-HC - Driver's License only if in a Home Care department - Department of Motor VehiclesDepartment of Motor VehiclesDepartment of Motor Vehicles, OTA - Occupational Therapist Assistant - American Occupational Therapy Assoc.American Occupational Therapy Assoc.American Occupational Therapy Assoc.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of home health Medicare regulations, JCAHO standards, home care reimbursement
• Experience in an acute, rehabilitation or home health setting
• Basic personal computer skills
• Knowledge in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of occupational therapy
• BLS certification

Work Shift:

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

24

Department

Rehabilitation - Inpatient

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