Occupational Therapist Assistant PRN
Job Description
Job Description
The Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA) PRN plays a critical role in supporting patients in their own homes to regain and improve their ability to perform daily living activities. This position involves working under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to implement treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life. The OTA will assess patient progress, provide therapeutic interventions, and educate patients and their families on adaptive techniques and equipment use. This role requires flexibility and adaptability to meet the varying schedules and needs of patients across diverse home environments. Ultimately, the OTA contributes to the holistic care team by ensuring patients receive consistent, compassionate, and effective occupational therapy services in a home health setting.
Position Summary
The COTA will provide treatment in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, improve and correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury, and restore function with activities of daily living.
As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will:
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Administers the Occupational Therapy treatment plan as developed by the Occupational Therapist.
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Applies concepts of infection control/universal precautions in performing patient care.
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Assure continuity of quality patient care delivered with appropriate documentation.
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Provide effective communication to patient/family, team members and other health care professionals.
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Promote agency philosophy and administrative policies.
Requirements
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Valid Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) License
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Home health or skilled nursing facility experience preferred
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CPR certification
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Valid Driver’s License
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Valid Auto Insurance
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HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred
Physical Demands
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Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, squat, or kneel for extended periods.
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Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or push up to 100 lbs..