What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN COTA Home Health Occupational Therapist Asst position at BETHANY OF THE NORTHWEST?
Bethany Home Health is searching for a Registered COTA Occupational Therapist Assistant per diem to join our amazing team!
Bethany offers low staffing ratios, local commute, double pay when working on any of the 7 observed holidays and the Perks at Work program! Come join our team, you will be glad you did! We are a church sponsored non-profit company. Bethany is more than a job we are a family caring for our community.
The Registered COTA Occupational Therapist Assistant will provide diagnostic evaluations and treatment to assigned patients, and help patients reach maximum performance level and to use skills learned to the fullest to function in the community within the limits of their capabilities.
Schedule: Per Diem
Pay Range: $35 - $40 per hour
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Follows the directions of the Occupational Therapist.
- Works with patients to maintain strength, range of motion, and fine-motor coordination. Instructs patients in adapted techniques and the use of adaptive equipment for meal preparation, home management, dressing, feeding, and other self-care skills. Participates in home assessments.
- Provides therapy for neurological integration; administers sensor-motor integration treatment techniques and visual perceptual-motor remediation programs. Uses activities to increase developmental levels of patients.
- Administers treatment programs to traumatic brain-injured patients. Uses activities to improve judgment skills, reality orientation, and organizational skills.
- Participates in patient support groups with other team members.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:
- Current WA COTA license.
- One year of experience preferred.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $35 - $40