Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Job Overview: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)- Non-ExemptFull Time - Denver Metro Area*This is a pediatric home health role*Job SummaryA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides coordinated occupational therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies of MGA.Compensation

Pay: $60,000– $104,000+ annually (Dependent on caseload, experience and tenure)

Duties and Responsibilities: Administers the occupational therapy treatment plan as developed by the Occupational Therapist. Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients. Apply concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease. Provide effective communication to patient/family, team members, and other health care professionals as evidenced by clinical notes, case conferences, and communication notes. Facilitates patient’s ROM, strength, coordination, need for and use of adaptive equipment and environmental modifications, functional mobility, and safety issues as related to patient’s ADL performance needs under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist. Provide health education to client and/or caregiver. MGA Policies, Procedures, and Handbook are adhered to. Notes are completed accurately and submitted as per respective policies and procedures. Clinical documentation must be turned in weekly per agency guidelines. Represents themselves in a positive and professional manner in the company and community. Adheres to dress code with a clean and neat professional appearance. Reports on time and as scheduled in order to complete work within the designated time.