Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant – Home Health

Role Overview

• Implementation of Occupational Therapy treatment programs for patients with multiple and specialized diagnoses safely and effectively, as planned, in conjunction with OTR
• Performs therapy treatment programs on inpatients and/or outpatients
• Instructs patients and patients' families in home programs and provide education as needed
• Trains patients in ADL skills and use of ADL equipment
• Monitors patient response to treatment modifying as necessary
• Follows established procedure and safety precautions in the application and use of modalities
• Acts as an assistant to the OTR when the OTR is performing tests, evaluation, and treatment procedures
• Conferences with physicians and other allied health professionals to make recommendations for occupational therapy treatment programs
• Schedules patients according to need/priority
• Maximizes support personnel by delegating as appropriate
• Documents and maintains appropriate records and productivity
• Prepares, maintains, and transmits accurate patient documentation including, EMR, charges, and productivity logs
• Attends and participates in department and multi-disciplinary meetings on regularly scheduled days and checks meeting minutes if unable to attend

Requirements

• Graduate of an AOTA approved Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
• Successful completion of two month supervised Level II fieldwork experience
• Successful completion of certification process
• Current AOTA Certification
• Current IL/WI licensure or obtain IL licensure within 90-days of hire
• Current CPR Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
• A valid driver’s license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles

Benefits

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short
• and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program