Job description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
JOB SUMMARY:
A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) administers occupational therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist and Clinical Manager/Nursing Supervisor/Therapy Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. At a minimum, a COTA must possess a current certification from the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBOT).
2. Two (2) years experience, preferred.
LINE OF AUTHORITY: Reports to the Clinical Manager/Nursing Supervisor/ Therapy Supervisor/Supervising Occupational Therapist
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Performs services planned, delegated and supervised by the Occupational Therapist.
2. Assists in preparing clinical and progress notes.
3. Participates in educating the patient and family.
4. Participates in in-service programs and presents in-service programs as assigned.
5. Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures.
6. Provides physician prescribed occupational therapy under a written plan of care established by the OT.
7. Participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning.
8. Consults with OT regarding change in treatment.
9. Instructs patients and family members in home programs and activities of daily living.
10. Attends all staff meetings and patient care conferences as scheduled.
11. Prepares medical records, progress notes and updates care plans for each patient visit in a timely manner as per Agency policy.
12. Informs the OT and other team members of changes in the patient's condition and needs.
13. Continually reevaluates needs of patient/family.
14. Coordinates the therapy aspects of patient care with the OT.
15. Consults with OT to determine whether treatment plan should be continued, changed or terminated.
16. Instruction to patient/family in home program with documentation in medical record notes.
17. Observes confidentiality and safeguards all patient related information.
18. Completes and submits progress notes and paperwork in a timely manner per Agency policy.
19. Immediately reports to supervising Occupational Therapist any patient incidents/variances or complaints.
20. Demonstrates competent performances of technical skills according to established procedures.
21. Participates in peer review and QAPI activities as requested.
22. Adheres to Agency standards and consistently interprets and accurately performs all assigned responsibilities.
23. Maintains acceptable attendance status, per Agency policy.
24. Reports all incomplete work assignments to supervising Occupational Therapist.
25. Appearance is always within Agency standards; is clean and well groomed.
26. Demonstrates effective time management skills through daily documentation and infrequent overtime for routine assignments.
27. Maintains clean and neat work environment.
28. Demonstrates sound judgment and decision making.
29. Maintains current CPR certification.
30. Performs other duties as assigned.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.
JOB RELATIONSHIP:
1. Supervised by: Clinical Manager/Nursing Supervisor/Therapy Supervisor/ Supervising Occupational Therapist
RISK EXPOSURE: High risk
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
ยท Reasonable accommodations June be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position without compromising patient care.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: On the road
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