Home Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (...
Presbyterian SeniorCare - Pittsburgh, PA
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DescriptionJoin an organization where we actually encourage you to spend a little extra time building warm, friendly relationships with the older adults we serve.At Presbyterian SeniorCare Network, we want our team members to build those relationships and create meaningful moments while they care for our home health patients. Travel back in time as you listen to the life stories about careers, families, and hobbies - some have fought in wars, others have fought for civil rights. These relationships are why families love and treasure our team members.Join our accredited, award-winning organization that offers a wide range of in-home care options. You'll make a positive impact on the lives of older adults every day.The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) is responsible for providing rehabilitative occupational therapy treatments and services for our home health patients who need assistance and training in ambulation, transferring, gait training, and home exercise programs. This Therapy Assistant role will work under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist in accordance with the Home Health Plan of Care. The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant is part of the interdisciplinary home care team including RNs, PTs, SLPs, MSWs, and Home Health Aides.Why you will love being part of the team at Presbyterian SeniorCare Network: Earn a Good Living: We offer competitive rates, a full menu of benefit options, and a great retirement program (including employer match); Starting Salary: $46,800 - $49,700 DOE; Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off program: You can earn more than four weeks of paid time off during your first year on the job. Full-time team members accrue paid time off at 21 days per year. The hours which are accrued beginning from your first day of employment can be used after only 90 days on the job; Career Growth: For team members who want to expand their skill and knowledge, we provide tuition reimbursement to help you further your education; Innovate: Be part of an organization that's well known for finding new ways to solve problems. We were among the first to think differently about how to care for older adults and create new programs to help them lead more engaging, fulfilled lives; Be Inspired: Create meaningful moments while you provide for the needs of older adults.Benefits:• Medical, dental, and vision coverage• Generous Paid Time Off• Employer-paid short-term disability• Company-paid life insurance for full-time employees• Retirement Savings Plan• Employee referral bonuses• Recognition program• Free parking• Tuition reimbursement• Person-centered onboarding• A rewarding career with an opportunity to make a differenceWhat we are looking for:Our Home Health OT team needs a Certified Assistant who, in addition to their primary job responsibilities, will help our patients by providing support, and by developing trusting, caring relationships. The COTA is required to:Be a graduate of an Occupational Therapy Assistant educational program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA) or its successor organizations and be certified by the AOTA as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).Have a Minimum of two years' experience as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with community/home health experience preferred.Maintain a current license to practice as a COTA from the Commonwealth of PA or have made application for same.Be eligible to take of have successfully completed the entry-level certification exam for Occupational Therapy Assistants as administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).Possess a valid PA Driver License and reliable transportation that is insured in accordance with PA state requirements.Meet all physical requirements of the position and deal effectively with stress.Maintain a professional attitude and demeanor and be able to communicate effectively and relate courteously and cooperatively with patients, caregivers, colleagues, supervisor, and co-workers.Demonstrate optimism, enthusiasm, and willingness to work constructively with other home health care team members and reflect concern for the well-being of patients and others.So.....Do you have what it takes to be a part of our team?If so, apply now#PSCLPN
Created: 2025-01-03