What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant position at LHC Group?
LHC Group is seeking a Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant for a job in New Springfield, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Occupational Therapist Assistant
- Discipline: Therapy
- Duration: Ongoing
- Employment Type: Staff
The salary will be commensurate with experience.
Summary
We are hiring for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
At Caretenders Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we prioritize caring relationships between patients, families, and our team members. As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you can expect:
- To build trusted relationships with patients through in-person interactions
- To enjoy continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
- To work independently and autonomously
- To have opportunities for career growth
Pursue your passion for serving others and delivering high-quality healthcare.
Responsibilities
The Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA, OTA) provides occupational therapy to patients in their homes to restore their physical abilities. This role involves following policies and procedures, as well as the established plan of care.
- To follow state-specific laws governing occupational therapy in home care, while only executing treatment plans defined by the supervising OT.
- To instruct and aid patients in evidence-based treatments within the scope of the occupational therapy assistant, according to state laws.
- To observe, record, and report patient responses to treatment and changes in condition to the supervising OT, nurse supervisor, and/or physician.
- To coordinate care with other healthcare team members as necessary.
Education and Experience
Requirements include:
- Current OTA licensure in the state
- Current CPR certification
- Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, with access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
About Us
LHC Group values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.
Caretenders, part of the LHC Group family of providers, delivers high-quality, cost-effective care that supports patients when and where they need it.
Our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare.
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Employee assistance programs
