LHC Group Peoria , AZ 85345
Posted 3 months ago
Summary
We are hiring an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA).
At Home Healthcare, part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful 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 COTA, you can expect:
Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.
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.
Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant.
Visits patients within the entire service area of their respective agency and other nearby LHC agencies as needed.
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
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