Occupational Therapist Assistant - COTA

Albuquerque, NM (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=6743+Academy+Rd.+NE+Albuquerque+NM+USA+87109)

Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Description

Klarus Home Health / Jet Health, Incis seeking a dedicated and skilled full-time, part time, or PRN / Per DiemCertifiedOccupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)to provide coordinated occupational therapy to ourhome healthpatients/clients of all age groups under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist in theAlbuquerque, NM, Rio Rancho, NM and surrounding areas.

This role involves participating in the coordination of care and ensuring high-quality therapy services are delivered to patients in their homes.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of occupational therapy assistant with an Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy.

• Current State License to practice occupational therapy.

• A military spouse may engage in the practice of occupational therapy without obtaining the applicable occupational therapy license if the military spouse is currently licensed in good standing by another jurisdiction of the U.S. that has licensing requirements substantially equivalent to the requirements for the license in this state.

• One year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant preferred.

• Therapy skills as set forth in the Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory agencies.

• Good interpersonal skills.

• Proof of current CPR certification.

• Reliable transportation and current and valid auto liability insurance, current driver’s license.

• Works in a healthcare facility or patients’/clients’ homes in various conditions.

• Provides coordinated occupational therapy to patients/clients under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.

• Participates in the coordination of care.

• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

• Ensures timely and accurate completion of documentation.

• Adheres to infection control measures and OSHA guidelines.

• Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competency.

Benefits for full time employees:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage

• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance

• Accident, Critical Illness, and Cancer Insurance

• PTO - 80 hours

• 6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday

• 401k retirement savings plan

• Company-paid life insurance

• Mileage reimbursement

• Competitive compensation package

Salary Description

$29.00 - $35.00 per hour