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Certified Occupational Therapist - PRN - Home Health
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Overview
Otterbein Home Health provides Home Health services for the elderly, complimenting already strong independent senior services, outpatient capabilities and clinical facilities at Otterbein. This wide array of services establishes one of the most extensive portfolios of independent senior care capabilities in the state.
Otterbein Home Health is a Medicare-certified home health agency with an established reputation for high-quality services. Otterbein Home Health services are an integral part of Otterbein Retirement Living Communities services portfolio and available to Otterbein Lebanon residents, in addition to residents in the surrounding area.
Providing a high level of personalized care, Home Health by Otterbein is guided by Otterbein’s nearly century-old tradition of faith-based ministry, clinical skills and strong community ties.
At Otterbein, you’re more than an employee, you’re a Partner in Caring. Together, we work side by side toward a shared goal: delivering person-centered care that respects every resident and the choices they make.
Whether in our vibrant communities, our welcoming small house neighborhoods, Home Health, Hospice or Home Office, we provide the highest level of compassionate, quality care.
Join our team of Partners who are talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, endearing, and truly one-of-a-kind.
The PRN Occupational Therapist Reports to Therapy Manager/Director of Nursing for Home Health. Evaluates, plans, and administers comprehensive occupational therapy modalities/regimes to patients in their place of residence for the purpose of developing and restoring function through rehabilitative occupational therapy as prescribed by a physician. Focus on compensatory techniques to develop, recover, or maintain the daily living and work skills of patients. To delineate the scope of services provided by the Occupational Therapy Services program offered by the Agency. Assist with coordination and collaboration of obtaining DME and safety devices with patient/family/and health care team members.
Responsibilities- Performs initial evaluation and ongoing patient assessments in response to patients' ongoing needs and in accordance with physician orders.
- Initiates a written plan of care, re-evaluates and updates the plan as necessary.
- Provides skilled occupational therapy modalities within the therapy scope of practice.
- Documents skilled care and/or services provided in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, and Agency policies and procedures.
- Participates in case conference to discuss multidisciplinary team responsibilities, patient progress, plans for continued care, etc.
- Addresses and supports patient/family cultural practices, as long as such practices do not harm others or interfere with the planned course medical therapy.
- Promotes and provides patient/family/caregiver education using various verbal and written communication techniques that take into account the patient's/family's cultural, ethnic, and/or personal needs or preferences.
- Supervises Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants in planned and delegated services performed for compliance with applicable laws, regulations and standards and assuring patient care needs are met.
- Supervision includes regularly scheduled patient record reviews, conferences and a visit to the patient's home with or without the COTA present at least every 30 days unless state laws require more frequently.
- Plans discharge appropriately; provides information about community resources to address patient ongoing needs.
- Knowledgeable of federal, state regulations and Agency's policies and procedures regarding patient care.
- Communicates with all members of the health care team, including physicians appropriately and in timely manner regarding patient changes in status, findings or needs.
- Notifies the physician, the Director of Nursing and other health care team members of any changes in the patient's condition and the need to modify the plan of care.
- Maintains currency of knowledge and skills.
- Participates in the Agency's Quality Improvement program.
- Attends Agency meetings and in-services as required.
- Obtains appropriate number of continuing education credits to maintain re-licensure status.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient and Agency information at all times.
Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of an Occupational Therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association; or,
- Is eligible for the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association; or,
- Has two (2) years of experience as an Occupational Therapist, and has achieved a satisfactory grade on a
proficiency examination conducted, approved, or sponsored by the US Public Health Service except for those individuals initially licensed by the State or seeking qualification as an Occupational Therapist after December 31, 1977 - Licensure/Certification: Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist for the State of Ohio
- Experience: Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as an Occupational Therapist
- Occupational Therapists who supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) must have two (2)
years home care experience and one (1) year supervisory experience - Current CPR card
- Current health certificate/physical examination and TB testing results
- Must have a valid OH Driver's license and have a good driving record
Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife:
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.
Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
BENEFITS*
Health & Wellness
- Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
Financial Security
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
- Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
- Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
- Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
- Legal & Identity Theft Protection
Growth & Development
- University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
- Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
- Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work
Apply today and begin a meaningful career as an Occupational Therapist at Otterbein!
Ready to apply?
Apply to Otterbein SeniorLife
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
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Overview
Otterbein Home Health provides Home Health services for the elderly, complimenting already strong independent senior services, outpatient capabilities and clinical facilities at Otterbein. This wide array of services establishes one of the most extensive portfolios of independent senior care capabilities in the state.
Otterbein Home Health is a Medicare-certified home health agency with an established reputation for high-quality services. Otterbein Home Health services are an integral part of Otterbein Retirement Living Communities services portfolio and available to Otterbein Lebanon residents, in addition to residents in the surrounding area.
This position travels locally throughout the greater Lebanon Ohio area (Lebanon, Middletown, Springboro, Dayton and part of Cincinnati) providing patient services in a Home Health care setting.
Providing a high level of personalized care, Home Health by Otterbein is guided by Otterbein’s nearly century-old tradition of faith-based ministry, clinical skills and strong community ties.
The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) is responsible for providing rehabilitative care, occupational therapy services for home health patients needing assistance and training in ambulation, transferring, gait training and home exercise programs. This position works under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist in accordance with the Home Health Plan of Care.
Shift: Full Time
Responsibilities
- Performs occupational therapy procedures in the patient’s home.
- Assists the Occupational Therapist in the evaluation process through observation and/or clinically derived surveys in areas including development of perceptual motor skills, motor coordination and sensory motor development and processing.
- Assists Occupational Therapist in developing a treatment program aimed at improving the identified areas of function.
- Instructs and assists patients in learning and improving functional activities.
- Teaches basic principles of body mechanics to patients and families.
- Instructs patients and family members on the proper use of prosthetic devices and in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
- Observes patient’s progress and response to treatment and reports findings to the Occupational Therapist.
- Reports changes in the patient’s condition to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
- Modifies Plan of Treatment, as authorized by the physician, after subsequent authorization, instruction and supervision by the Occupational Therapist.
- Prepares and submits clinical and progress notes in a timely manner and in accordance with Otterbein Home Health policies, state and federal guidelines and regulations.
Qualifications
- Education - must be a graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant educational program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA) or its successor organizations.
- Experience - minimum of two years’ experience as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with community/home health experience preferred.
- Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification
- Must be certified by the American Occupational Therapy Association as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
- Must possess current license to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant from the State of Ohio or made application for same.
- Is eligible to take or successfully completed the entry-level certification examination for Occupational Therapy Assistants developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT)
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation that is insured in accordance with Ohio requirements.
- Maintains current CPR certification.
BENEFITS*
Health & Wellness
- Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
- Vision & Dental Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
Financial Security
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
- Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
- Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
- Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
- Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
- Legal & Identity Theft Protection
Growth & Development
- University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
- Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
- Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work
*Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked does not apply to PRN positions.
Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife:
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.
Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
Follow your passion and apply today to begin a meaningful career as a COTA at Otterbein!
Ready to apply?
Apply to Otterbein SeniorLife