Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant- COTA- Home Health- Sign on Bonus

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant – Home Health Sign on Bonus

POSITION TYPE:  Allied Health Professional

SPECIALTY UNIT:  Occupational Therapist Assistant – Home Health

LOCATION: Albuquerque, NM

SHIFT: Days

JOB TYPE:  Full-Time Permanent

Job Description:

We are looking to hire an upbeat and professional Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), to assist the supervising health care team with the everyday activities of patients in a home health & assisted living facility setting.  Addressing deficits in a patient’s ability to perform activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) relative to physical, cognitive, and/or psychological impairments. 

Responsibilities:

• Support patient health and participation in life through engaging in everyday activities in collaboration with other health care providers.
• Observe patients they are working with before, during and after therapy and communicating report notes to health care team for optimal patient care.
• Counsel patients and families on what to do following treatment.
• Functions as a team member in care of patients.
• Documents patient care and billing information timely and in accordance with department standards.
• Maintains clinical productivity standards.
• Participates in in-services, staff meetings, quality activities and aspects of program development.
• Maintains awareness of patient safety issues within their home and in the use of equipment. Assists in the maintenance of patient care equipment as needed.
• May have other duties assigned as needed.

Job Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Direct Deposit
• 401K
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Employee discount program
• Excellent room for growth and advancement

Requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant program required.
• Current Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) license within State of practice.
• CPR certification with American Heart Association or America Red Cross.
• 1 year of experience. 
• Home Health experience preferred.
• Positive attitude and dedication to quality patient care.
• Adequate written and verbal skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation. 

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