Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Home Health

Shift: Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides compassionate, hands-on care to a diverse community-based caseload under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. In this role, the COTA applies clinical expertise and evidence-based best practices to implement individualized treatment plans, promote functional independence, and enhance quality of life while maintaining high standards for patient safety, satisfaction, and measurable outcomes.

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

* Ensures quality and safe delivery of services to patients according to care plan. Uses equipment and supplies safely, effectively, and efficiently.

* Consistently utilizes a patient-centered approach considering physical, psych/social, spiritual, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned service area.

* Treats patients/clients to relieve pain, develop or restore function and maintain maximum performance using specified occupational therapy procedures.

* Directs and aids patients/clients in plan of treatment.

* Delivers quality care consistent with Home Health Conditions of Participation, qualifying home care criteria, payor coverage criteria, and providing visits/treatments consistent with the plan of care.

Education:

• Graduate of State Board approved program for Occupational Therapy Assistants

Licensure/Certifications:

• Licensed, registered, or certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant by the state(s) where providing services
• ICM Certification
• Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state(s) and/or organizational requirements.
• Mandatory Reporter: Child & Dependent Adult Abuse.
• CPR: Maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Card with Re-certification.

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum CNA 75 hour

Other:

• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

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• Ready to take the next step in your healthcare career? Apply now to join our team + make a meaningful impact int he lives of those we serve through compassionate care.