Certified occupational therapy assistant-COTA- Home Health

Description

Job Description:

We are looking for a reliable and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for home health to join our team.

Coverage Areas: San Antonio and surrounding area

Why Beyond Faith Home Care?

Join our team at Beyond Faith Homecare be a part of a company that strives to provide the best care for our patients while building a team of dedicated employees. If you want a company that appreciates your skills, compassion, and heart, then Beyond Faith Home Care is the place for you! We take pride in not only providing excellent care to our patients but also creating a positive team environment with employee support.

We provide

· Competitive Pay

· Team Events

· Recruitment Incentive Program

· Continuing Education Training

· Employee Recognition Programs

· Performance Incentives

· Family Team Environment

Job Description:

We are looking for a reliable and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for home health to join our team.

Coverage Areas: San Antonio and surrounding area

Why Beyond Faith Home Care?

Join our team at Beyond Faith Homecare be a part of a company that strives to provide the best care for our patients while building a team of dedicated employees. If you want a company that appreciates your skills, compassion, and heart, then Beyond Faith Home Care is the place for you! We take pride in not only providing excellent care to our patients but also creating a positive team environment with employee support.

We provide

· Competitive Pay

· Team Events

· Recruitment Incentive Program

· Continuing Education Training

· Employee Recognition Programs

· Performance Incentives

· Family Team Environment

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

General Summary: The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) treats the patient with a specific treatment program designed by the occupational therapist, under the guidance of the occupational therapist and physician. The COTA is also responsible for coordinating any changes in the patient’s condition to the occupational therapist, working toward maximizing the patient’s functional level.  

Patient Population: Has contact with patients in the home setting; understands and demonstrates appropriate behavior when interacting with patients in all populations.   

Essential Functions:

• Promote /exemplify Company mission, vision and values at all times. 
• Treat the patient in accordance with a specific program designed by the occupational therapist and coordinates this with other team members. 
• Provide education and training to patients and family regarding the therapy plan, home exercise program, home safety, and diagnosis/illness.   
• Take measurements related to patient’s condition; reports and coordinates these and any other changes to the supervising occupational therapist. 
• Maintain a level of professionalism consistent with the code of ethics of the AOTA and CCS and reports any unethical situations to the OT Board or appropriate personnel. 
• Provide specific documentation of patient treatment and progress to the occupational therapist and Agency. 
•  Participate in face to face patient conferences with the occupational therapist as required by state regulations. 
• Participate in mandatory case conferences. 
• Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner to assure compliance with company policy. 
• Demonstrates commitment and professional growth by participating in in-service programs and maintaining/improving competency. 
• Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the Agency/licensing board. This description is a general statement of required essential functions performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. Supervises: N/A Experience:  
• Two (2) years experience as a COTA in a clinical care setting.  
• Preferred, home health experience. Skills: 
• Therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.  
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.  

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Requirements

Experience:

• Two (2) years experience as a COTA in a clinical care setting. 
• Preferred, home health experience.

Skills:

• Therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of