Bridge Home Health and Hospice

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Job Locations US-CA-Ontario
ID
2024-6048
Category
Healthcare Support - Occupational and Physical Therapist Assistant or Aide
Position Type
Regular Part-Time

Overview

Are you looking for a place where you can make a genuine difference in our patients’ lives?


With over 25 locations and growing, Our culture of love for our patients and employees is the top priority. Our commitment to our Core Values allows us to be the provider and employer of choice. We embrace a diverse workforce and understand that our employees are key to providing quality care and our most important resource.


Join us today and grow with us!

Responsibilities

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant contracted through the Organization is responsible
to the registered occupational therapist that is responsible for the implementation of standards
of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the
Service Agreement. The certified occupational therapy assistant performs only those services
planned, delegated, and supervised by the registered occupational therapist.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES


1. Participates in the ongoing evaluation of patient’s functional status (muscle function,
endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self care ability,
work capacity, etc.) as delegated by the registered occupational therapist. Participates in
the ongoing evaluation of the home environment for hazards or barriers to more
independent living as delegated by the registered occupational therapist.
2. Participates in teaching new skills or retraining patients in once familiar daily activities that
have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with organization policy.
3. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the registered
occupational therapist any changes in the patient’s condition.
4. Submits clinical documentation in accordance with Organization policy.
5. Follows treatment program and goals for improved patient function as established by the
registered occupational therapist. Documents patient’s response to treatment plan and
progress toward established goals.
6. Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to
promote coordinated, efficient care. Documents such communication in accordance with
Organization policy.
7. Attends and contributes to in-services, case conferences, and other meetings as required
by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the
patients of the Organization.
8. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home care services. Consults with
the supervising registered occupational therapist and assists with necessary referrals, as
appropriate.
9. Participates in instructing patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care
personnel in patient’s treatment regime as delegated by the registered occupational
therapist.
10. Is supervised by the registered occupational therapist no less than every thirty days.
Documentation in the clinical record will reflect ongoing communication between the
registered occupational therapist and certified occupational therapy assistant, the patient’s
condition, the patient’s response to services provided by the assistant, any need to change
the plan of care, and patient outcomes.
11. Participation in Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement Program and Home Health
Agency sponsored training.

Qualifications

1. Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant curriculum accredited by the American
Occupational Therapy Association.
2. Certified with the National Certification Examination of the American Occupational
Therapy Association.
3. Licensed by the State Board of Healing Arts in accordance with State licensure laws.
4. A minimum of one year of clinical experience as a certified occupational therapy assistant.
5. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
6. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
7. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or
organization requirements and is in good working order.

Additional Information

We are invested in our employees and their well-being. Benefits Include:

 

Competitive compensation $50+ per follow up visit 
Dynamic, fun, team-oriented work environment
Countless growth and development opportunities
Flexible Schedules
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Company Paid Life insurance
Mileage Reimbursement 
PTO
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Days
Employee Assistance Program
401K
FSA
And so much more!

 

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws

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