CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

(COTA) |

HOME HEALTH

Zenith Care Home Health Lauderdale Lakes, FL Job Details PRN | Contract | Per diem 10 hours ago Qualifications CPR Certification Occupational Therapy Assistant License BLS Certification HIPAA Organizational skills COTA Full Job Description Zenith Care Home Health, LLC Tamarac, FL | Broward County Zenith Care Home Health, LLC is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and professional Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our growing home health team. We are looking for COTAs who are committed to helping patients improve their ability to safely perform daily activities and maintain independence in the home.

POSITION

Job Title:

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Setting:

Home Health Job Type:

Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN opportunities available

Service Area:

Broward County only

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide occupational therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist. Assist patients with activities of daily living and functional activities. Implement treatment activities according to the established occupational therapy plan of care. Assist with exercises and activities designed to improve strength, coordination, mobility, and functional performance. Educate patients and caregivers regarding safety and appropriate techniques as directed by the Occupational Therapist. Monitor patient response to treatment and report changes to the supervising Occupational Therapist. Assist patients in achieving functional goals established by the Occupational Therapist. Maintain communication with the Occupational Therapist and interdisciplinary care team. Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation. Follow the established plan of care and applicable scope of practice requirements. Follow Medicare, Florida, agency, infection prevention, and patient safety requirements. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Current and applicable Florida COTA certification/license/registration . Current BLS/CPR certification , if required by agency policy and applicable position requirements. Ability to work under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist. Strong communication and organizational skills. Reliable transportation and ability to travel to patient homes throughout Broward County. Ability to complete required documentation accurately and on time. Home health experience is preferred but not required.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

All applicants selected for an interview or hiring appointment MUST bring the required documentation listed below.

ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR I-9 VERIFICATION

Applicants must bring their original, unexpired, acceptable documents for Form I-9 verification . The employee may choose which acceptable documents to present from the federal Form I-9 Lists of Acceptable Documents. Do not bring photocopies in place of the original I-9 documents.

COPIES REQUIRED FOR YOUR EMPLOYEE FILE

Applicants MUST bring ONE (1) COPY of each applicable document listed below. Copies are REQUIRED and are not optional. Current Florida COTA License/Certification/Registration Current BLS/CPR Certification, if applicable Professional certifications Specialty certifications, if applicable Current Physical Examination documentation Immunization/Vaccination Records TB screening documentation, if applicable Other applicable professional credentials Please bring the required copies with you to your interview or hiring appointment. Original professional documents do not need to be submitted unless Zenith Care Home Health specifically requests an original for verification. Apply today to join the Zenith Care Home Health team. Zenith Care Home Health, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Types:

Contract, PRN, Per diem

Work Location:

In person