Full-Time Home Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant-NE and SE PDX - Military veterans preferred

Overview:

Now Hiring!

Full Time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Coverage Area: NE/SE Portland, I-205 Corridor, Clackamas, Happy Valley, Milwaukie, Oregon City, Gresham, Troutdale, Boring, Sandy and Estacada

Office Location:

Signature Healthcare at Home

7632 SW Durham Rd, Suite 100

Tigard, OR 97224

Work Schedule:

Full Time, Monday thru Friday, 8 to 5

Overview:

COTA will provide services for curative, rehabilitative, and/or preventive purposes. COTA will also provide Occupational Therapy services for patients assisting in the treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication and functions under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist. Coverage area; NE/SE Portland, I-205 Corridor, Clackamas, Happy Valley, Milwaukie, Oregon City.

Please apply on line for this position here: https://signature-careers.com

Responsibilities:

• Provides Occupational Therapy services to clients under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist in accordance with state regulations
• Assists the Occupational Therapist in the evaluation process as needed or directed
• Assists the Occupational Therapist in identifying a problem list, short-term goals, long term goals and treatment plan
• Conducts treatments as assigned by the Occupational Therapist and outlined in the treatment plan that includes but is not limited to areas of muscle strength, coordination, mobility, sensory awareness, sitting and standing, transfer training, balance activities, gait training, range of motion activities and modalities
• Monitors clients response to intervention and consults with Occupational Therapist if modification is required
• Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in treatment plan
• Participates in client, family, and staff education. Trains client, family, and other appropriate staff in the use of assistive devices
• Provides treatment in accordance with established standards of practice, company policy, and productivity standards
• Maintains safe and clean work area and adheres to company safety standards
• Complies with all Infection control, Universal Precautions, and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Skillsets:

Education: Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited OT school

License/Certification: Requires current CPR certification, current state driver's license or transportation available to cover entire service area without advance notice, and current minimum automobile insurance coverage as required by state

Experience and Skills: Interest in working with ill, elderly and/or disabled clients, with at least one year of recent experience in a clinical setting

Please apply on line for this position here: https://signature-careers.com

Or contact:

LaDawn Fronapel
Signature Healthcare At Home - Sr. Talent Acquistion Specialist
E: ladawn.fronapel@sighch.com
C: 503-756-5453

Signature Healthcare at Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.