COTA - Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

MISSION, VISION and VALUES

MISSION

…to bring out the courage in others…

VISION

…to be recognized as the market leader in providing physician-led, clinically integrated networks of high-quality, value-oriented services across the senior healthcare spectrum.

VALUES

Trust

Integrity

Teaching

Collaboration

Transparency

Innovation

Discipline

JOB SUMMARY

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) administers occupational therapy services to patients intermittently in their place of residence. This care is provided in accordance with physician orders and a plan of care under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist (OT) and Director of Clinical Services or Clinical Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program as recognized by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). 
• Certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). 
• Currently certified in the state of practice, with licensure or regulation as applicable. 
• Two (2) years of experience preferred. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to established agency policies and procedures. 
• Work to improve or minimize patients' residual physical disabilities. 
• Assist in returning individuals to an optimal, productive level within their capabilities. 
• Collaborate with other home care personnel in planning patient care. 
• Perform all skilled procedures as ordered by the physician and according to the plan of care established by the OT. 
• Consult with the OT regarding any changes in treatment. 
• Instruct patients and their families in home programs and fine motor exercises. 
• Participate in in-service education and present in-service programs as assigned. 
• Engage in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities as assigned. 
• Attend scheduled patient care conferences. 
• Prepare medical records and update care plans after each patient visit in accordance with agency policy. 
• Provide services as planned, delegated, and supervised by the OT. 
• Assist in preparing clinical and progress notes. 
• Educate patients and their families on therapy techniques and home programs. 
• Perform maintenance therapy services under a program established by a qualified therapist, within the scope of practice defined by state licensure laws. 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Primarily works indoors, both in agency office settings and patient homes, with travel required to and from patient locations.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Occupational Therapist (OT), Director of Clinical Services, or Clinical Manager

RISK EXPOSURE

High risk due to regular patient interactions and in-home care.

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS

The role requires the ability to participate in physical activities necessary for patient care, including extensive bending, lifting, standing, and moderate lifting on a regular basis, with the ability to work for extended periods while standing and being active.