Part Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant / Cota (Home Health)

Pay range (depending on experience): $36 - $40/hour

Schedule/Shift: Part-Time, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible scheduling available for full and part time)

Territory/Location: Murrieta

Responsibilities:

• Participate 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.
• Participate in the ongoing evaluation of the home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living as delegated by the registered Occupational Therapist.
• Participate in teaching new skills or retraining patients when familiar daily activities have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with Mission's policy.
• Maintain appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the registered occupational therapist any changes in the patient's condition.
• Submit clinical documentation in accordance with Mission's policy (same day).
• Follow treatment program and goals for improved patient function as established by the registered Occupational Therapist.
• Document patient's response to treatment plan and progress toward established goals.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Certified with the National Certification Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Current BLS CPR certification.