Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Home Health

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) treats the patient with a specific treatment program designed by the occupational therapist, under the guidance of the occupational therapist and physician. The COTA is also responsible for coordinating any changes in the patient's condition to the occupational therapist, working toward maximizing the patient's functional level.

Has contact with patients in the home setting; understands and demonstrates appropriate behavior when interacting with patients in all populations.

Essential Functions

• Promote / exemplify company mission, vision and values at all times.
• Treat the patient in accordance with a specific program designed by the occupational therapist and coordinates this with other team members.
• Provide education and training to patients and family regarding the therapy plan, home exercise program, home safety, and diagnosis / illness.
• Take measurements related to patient's condition; reports and coordinates these and any other changes to the supervising occupational therapist.
• Maintain a level of professionalism consistent with the code of ethics of the AOTA and CCS and reports any unethical situations to the OT Board or appropriate personnel.
• Provide specific documentation of patient treatment and progress to the occupational therapist and Agency.
• Participate in face to face patient conferences with the occupational therapist as required by state regulations.
• Participate in mandatory case conferences.
• Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner to assure compliance with company policy.
• Demonstrates commitment and professional growth by participating in in-service programs and maintaining / improving competency.
• Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the Agency / licensing board.

Experience

Skills

Education

Licensure / Certification

On-going employment as a COTA always requires maintenance of a valid COTA license in the state which the therapist practices in and a valid CPR certificate. It is the responsibility of the employee to renew these before they expire to continue employment.

Physical Requirements

Environmental / Working Conditions