What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant PRN position at Patients First Home Care LLC?
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We are seeking a skilled and compassionate PRN Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide high-quality in-home therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide skilled occupational therapy services to patients in their homes under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT).
- Assist the OT in evaluating patients and developing rehabilitative plans of care, including periodic reevaluations as needed.
- Participate in preparing clinical and daily progress notes; submit all notes within 72 hours.
- Assist with periodic summary reports as required.
- Instruct patients and families in exercise programs and therapeutic activities to enhance physical, mental, and functional abilities.
- Guide patients in the use of selfhelp devices and therapeutic selfcare activities.
- Identify and report ineffective drug therapy, adverse reactions, allergies, significant side effects, or contraindicated medications to the OT.
- Observe and document patient activities, reactions to treatment, and any changes in condition, report findings to the OT and physician.
- Consult with the OT about outcomes of home visits and provide written physical findings.
- Instruct home health aides and family members on portions of the occupational therapy program as appropriate.
- Participate in staff meetings and case conferences.
- Instruct patients in the use and care of wheelchairs, braces, splints, prosthetic devices, and orthotic equipment.
- Assist with discharge planning and contribute to Occupational Therapy Discharge Summaries.
- Confirm weekly visit schedules with the Supervisor/Clinical Manager.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the OT.
Qualifications
- Graduation from an ACOTE accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant education program.
- Eligibility for, or successful completion of, the NBCOT entrylevel certification examination for Occupational Therapy Assistants.
- Must be licensed or registered as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of Florida.
Requirements
- A level II background screening is required for this position https://info.flclearinghouse.com
- Current Driver's License with current auto insurance
- CEU on Elderly Abuse, Human Trafficking and Alzheimer's/Dementia
- TB test results
- CPR Certification. Online Certifications are NOT accepted
Level II background screening https://info.flclearinghouse.com results
We demonstrate non-discriminatory practices.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed by the employer.
**Questions about Patients First Home Care or any of the job positions we have available? Please reach out to our recruiters' Direct Line (941)226-8370 ext. 145 during Office Hours M-F, 8:30am-5:00pm. We look forward to hearing from you!**
Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $45 - $55