Field Occupational Therapy Assistant Homecare Dimensions

Explore opportunities with WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care. Here, you will be part of a team who shares your passion for helping people achieve improved health outcomes. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the personnel services agreement. The COTA administers medically prescribed occupational therapy services under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT) for patients suffering from injuries or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain, and to prevent disability. The COTA ensures quality and safe delivery of care in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies under the care plan established by the OT.   Provide occupational therapy services to patient according to a written Plan of Care established by an OT through the orders of a physician. Performing occupational therapy treatment Instructs other personnel and/or family caregiver members in certain phases of occupational therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the occupational therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences Participates in discharge planning for patient Provide in-service education related to occupational therapy to Agency personnel as needed Maintain clinical competency in physical therapy practice and theory including maintaining required continuing education and supervision hours as specified by state licensing board Follows all infection control standard precautions and safety guidelines/standards as per agency policy Participates in educational programs and all required in-service programs to maintain comprehensive home care knowledge base, as assigned by supervisor Complies with all Homecare Dimensions, Inc. Agency's policies and procedures. Promotes and maintains an agency environment that is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies. Participates in the Performance Improvement Program activities of the Agency's and periodic review of clinical records, as assigned Communicates with community health related personnel to coordinate the Plan of Care Coordinates services and schedules with the Clinical Team Manager (CTM), supervising OT, and  Clinical Team Coordinator (CTC/Scheduler) to include recommendations for additional home health care services for patients within 1 business day of identifying need Documents all communications with the patient, family, physician, other disciplines, and appropriate others as indicated on communication notes Participates in on-call duties within the on-call rotation schedule, to include weekends as assigned Ensures arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available Demonstrates personal responsibility with regard to attendance and punctuality You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Associates or bachelors degree which meets requirements to sit for examination to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant registered with the National Registration Examination of the American Occupational Therapy  Association

Possess an active unrestricted State of Texas license to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

2+ years of appropriate experience as a occupational therapy assistant

Demonstrates thorough knowledge of current Occupational Therapy professional standards of care, and state and federal regulations

Experience working with an EMR application

Proven ability to define problem, collect data, establish facts, interpret an extensive variety of technical, medical, regulatory instruction and deal with numerous issues to draw a valid conclusion

lift supplies and equipment; Visual acuity and hearing, functional or corrected, to perform required job duties

Proven basic computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Outlook and Other email systems

Valid Texas driver's license and maintain personal auto insurance coverage in accordance with organization requirements

This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity, documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of disease

  Community/home health experience

  Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or machinery Ability to properly drive and operate a personal/company vehicle Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing   Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The hourly pay for this role will range from $24.00 - $43.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.   At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.     UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.   UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace.