Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Location: East and South Denver Part-Time or PRN schedule available Pay Range: $30.00 to $35.00 hrly Namaste Health believes that our healthcare workers are our greatest strength. Providing life changing service to our Colorado communities starts with our amazing and compassionate employees! JOB SUMMARY The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant employed or contracted through the Organization is responsible to the registered Occupational Therapist that is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement. The certified occupational therapy assistant performs only those services planned, delegated, and supervised by the registered Occupational Therapist. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Participates in the ongoing evaluation of patient’s functional status (muscle function, endurance, visual coordination, written and verbal communication skills, self-care ability, work capacity, etc.) as delegated by the registered occupational therapist. Participates in the ongoing evaluation of the home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living as delegated by the registered occupational therapist. 2. Participates in teaching new skills or retraining patients in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with organization policy. 3. Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the registered occupational therapist any changes in the patient’s condition. 4. Submits clinical documentation in accordance with Organization policy. 5. Follows treatment program and goals for improved patient function as established by the registered occupational therapist. Documents patient’s response to treatment plan and progress toward established goals. 6. Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient’s care to promote coordinated, efficient care. Documents such communication in accordance with Organization policy. 7. Attends and contributes to in services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by Organization policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients of the Organization. 8. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home care services. Consults with the supervising registered occupational therapist and assists with necessary referrals, as appropriate. 9. Participates in instructing patient’s family/caregiver and other Organization health care personnel in patient’s treatment regime as delegated by the registered occupational therapist. 10. Is supervised by the registered occupational therapist no less than every thirty days. Documentation in the clinical record will reflect ongoing communication between the registered occupational therapist and certified occupational therapy assistant, the patient’s condition, the patient’s response to services provided by the assistant, any need to change the plan of care, and patient outcomes. JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities) 1. Must be licensed in the State of Colorado. 2. Must be eligible for or have taken the OT assistant certification examination administered by the NBCOT. 3. A minimum of one year of clinical experience as a certified occupational therapy assistant. 4. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills. 5. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification. 6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order. We operate with the Core Values of CAPLICO in mind: • Celebration • Accountability • Passion for Learning • Love One Another • Intelligent Risk Taking • Customer Second • Ownership The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com. The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com. Cornerstone Healthcare brings care to people where they feel most comfortable: home. Across our locally led home health, hospice, palliative care, home care, and mobile primary care organizations, our teams help patients and families navigate recovery, serious illness, everyday needs, and life’s most important moments. Whether you’re a clinician, caregiver, provider, operational leader, or support professional, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing your career. With the strength of a nationwide network and the autonomy of locally led teams, Cornerstone is a place where you can take ownership, develop as a leader, and help shape the future of care at home.

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