Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - COTA for Home Healthcare Services with Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development

Introduction to Intrepid USA

At Intrepid USA, we are driven by a vision to make a difference in the lives of our patients through our commitment to providing affordable, personalized, patient and family-centered medical home healthcare, home hospice, private duty homecare, and independent living support services. As a top 10 national home healthcare company with an overall 50-year history of excellence, we are dedicated to creating an exceptional patient experience. Our culture is built on servant-based leadership, with our clinical teams at the forefront and our CEO supporting our organization. We believe in empowering our Care Centers to manage their local operations, clinical, and patient experience, allowing them to be embedded in the fabric of the communities they serve.

About the Role

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our team in providing habilitation or rehabilitation occupational therapy services to clients in their residences. Under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, the successful candidate will perform all occupational therapy procedures planned and supervised by a qualified Occupational Therapist in accordance with the plan of care. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide habilitation or rehabilitation occupational therapy services to clients in their residences under the direction of an Occupational Therapist
• Perform all occupational therapy procedures planned and supervised by a qualified Occupational Therapist in accordance with the plan of care
• Assist and instruct clients in pushing wheelchairs, supporting or lifting, positioning in and out of bed, and other activities of daily living
• Assist in specialized motor or self-help activities, construct supportive or assistive devices, and observe clients for signs of distress and adjust activities accordingly
• Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, and in-service programs as required
• Prepare clinical notes and progress reports and submit them for review by the Occupational Therapist to be incorporated into the client's clinical record
• Practice with respect for individual, cultural, and spiritual differences and consistently demonstrate competency with occupational therapy skills according to personal and legal scope of practice
• Evaluate the home environment and make appropriate recommendations, instruct clients, family, and other team members in proper use of assistive equipment, prosthetic devices, and adaptation devices
• Evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and modify accordingly, promote client/family autonomy, and relay significant changes in status to physicians and other members of the team in a timely manner
• Document client charts, records, clinical notes, etc., legibly and according to documentation guidelines and standards

Essential Qualifications

• Certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant by the American Occupational Therapy Association
• One (1) year of experience as a COTA in any acute or post-acute setting
• Current valid license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (in good standing) in the state(s) of practice
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EHR systems and their implementation/optimization in complex clinical settings
• Proficiency with federal, state, and governing agency regulations
• Participation in continued clinical and in-service education, as well as professional training required by law
• Knowledge and comfort level working with technology and enterprise-wide support systems and tools
• Successful management of a high volume of work, changing priorities as needed
• Appropriate judgment and critical thinking in decisions that require consideration of regulatory compliance, customer service, patient welfare, and company interests

Skills and Competencies

• Passion and commitment to clinical excellence, quality, and integrity
• Embracing and leading the patient care mission through providing an exceptional patient experience
• Positive attitude and ability to fit in as a collaborative team member for patient care
• Excellent interpersonal communication and patient/family engagement skills
• Commitment to clinical documentation excellence and quality, along with the ability to educate and inspire others
• High energy, focus, work ethic, motivation, and commitment to lifelong learning and growth
• Flexibility with diverse clients, cultures, and environments, allowing you to provide excellent care

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At Intrepid USA, we are committed to the growth and development of our team members. We offer industry-leading online training systems and modules for continuing education through Intrepid University, as well as opportunities for professional training and development. Our clinician-centric WellSky EHR system improves clinical documentation quality and patient care, and we provide competitive pay with healthcare, dental, vision, pharmacy, Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Account benefits with affordable premiums for full-time team members.

Work Environment and Company Culture

Our company culture is built on servant-based leadership, with a focus on empowering our clinical teams to provide exceptional patient care. We believe in creating a supportive and collaborative work environment that allows our team members to thrive. Our Care Centers are not franchises, and we have a National Support Center that helps our Care Center leaders manage and drive their local operations. We are committed to caring for our patients as if they were our family and believe in promoting a culture of respect, empathy, and compassion.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of $50,000 per year, as well as a range of benefits, including healthcare, dental, vision, pharmacy, Flexible Spending Account, and Dependent Care Account benefits with affordable premiums for full-time team members. We also provide 401K, company-paid Life Insurance up to $50K, and AD&D insurance with the option of additional affordable voluntary life and AD&D available for full-time team members. Our team members also enjoy supportive time away through PTO time and company-paid holidays, as well as mobile benefits access, 98.6 telemedicine access, health education library, and health cost estimator.

Conclusion

If you are a passionate and committed Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) who is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and contribute to our mission of providing affordable, personalized, patient and family-centered medical home healthcare, home hospice, private duty homecare, and independent living support services. Don't miss out on this chance to join a dynamic team and take your career to the next level. Apply today!