Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA

LHC Group
United States, Arizona, Tucson
Jan 29, 2025
Summary The Occupational Therapy Assistant in Home Health is responsible for providing occupational therapy to patients in their homes to restore them to their fullest physical ability. The Occupational Therapy Assistant performs his/her duties in accordance with policies and procedures and the established plan of care. At Northwest Home Healthcare, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy themeaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families,each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people.You can find a home for your career here. As a Occupational Therapy Assistant, you can expect: opportunities to create strategies that drive best-in-class care for patients & families flexibility for true work-life balance career and leadership development If you love patient care and have an interest in home health, this is a great opportunity for you! Responsibilities Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, is at all times responsible to follow all state specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the Occupational Therapist; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Occupational Therapist. Following the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in evidence based treatment within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant and according to the state laws governing occupational therapy assistants. Observes, records, and reports to the supervising OT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate. Education and Experience License Requirements Current OTA licensure in the state of Arizona Current CPR certification Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle