*Part-Time* Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

UnityPoint at Home

Part time .50 (20hr/week) 

3 - 8hr shifts every week. Rotating weekends and holidays

COTA provides direct patient care for a d iverse community-based caseload with the observation of care provided directed by an Occupational Therapist. Provide s subject matter expertise and proficiency of clinical best practices and achieve standards for patient satisfaction and outcomes for care delivered.  

Responsib ilities:

• Ensures quality and safe delivery of services to patients according to care plan. Uses equipment and supplies safely, effectively, and efficiently.
• Consistently utilizes a patient-centered approach considering physical, psych/social, spiritual, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned service area.
• Treats patients/clients to relieve pain, develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance using specified occupational therapy procedures.
• Directs and aids patients/clients in plan of treatment.
• Utilizes physical agents including heat, cold, water, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• Observes and reports to the Occupational Therapist and organizational personnel the patient/client reaction to treatment and any changes in patient/client condition.
• Instructs patient/family/caregivers in care and use of prosthetic device, therapeutic aids, splinting, and wrapping techniques as needed.
• Provides patient, family, and/or caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and safety issues.
• Delivers quality care consistent with Home Health Conditions of Participation, qualifying home care criteria, payor coverage criteria, and providing visits/treatments consistent with the plan of care.
• Conducts clinical review of records to include multi-disciplinary review, coordination of care, provided in conjunction with visits and documentation.
• Identifies risk for acute hospitalization and proactively prevents adverse events.
• Participates in case conferences, in-service programs and other meetings required to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care. Achieve certification in Integrated Care Management within 1 year of hire. Certification includes completing the Integrated Care Management formal training session, successfully completing assigned computer based-learning modules within 2 weeks of training, and a competency evaluation. Use the Integrated Care Management philosophy, skills, tools and documentation in clinical practice. Demonstrate competency in selected ICM skills annually.

• Graduate of State Board approved program for Occupational Therapy Assistants and valid license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software applications.
• Minimum CNA 75 hour
• One year experience in a health care field.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as a collaborative team member.
• Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of rehabilitation principles and practices including the ability to carry out the procedures in the home.
• ICM Certification
• Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state(s) and/or organizational requirements.
• Mandatory Reporter: Child & Dependent Adult Abuse.
• Person Centered Care (PCC) course completion within first 12 months of hire and annual completion of competency validation activities.
• CPR: Maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Card with Re-certification.

Why UnityPoint Health?  

• Commitment to our Team – We’ve been named a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker’s Healthcare for our commitment to our team members. 
• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. 
• Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. 
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. 
• Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. 
• Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. 

Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.  

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