Occupational Therapy Assistant - Home Health

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth Home Health in Eugene, Oregon is seeking an Occupational Therapy Asst COTA- Home Health for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. Hourly compensation is $26.80 – $40.20; hiring rate dependent on qualifications and professional experience.

Live, work and play in Eugene/Springfield, which is tucked in the lush Willamette Valley, just one hour from the coast and the mountains. We enjoy mild weather, and are the third largest metropolitan area in Oregon. Home of the University of Oregon, Eugene boasts cultural amenities typical of much larger cities, from the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art to the world-famous Oregon Bach Festival.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, the COTA assists in carrying out the treatment plan for patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric with musculo-skeletal, neurological, and/or medical diagnoses.

Details of the position:

1. Treat assigned patients following an established treatment plan and goals as established by an Occupational Therapist. Completes patient treatment according to plan of care, modifies plan to meet patients' needs within established goals.
2. Maintains appropriate clinical & billing records.
3. Assists in the orientation/training of new caregivers.
4. Makes recommendations relative to the acquisition of new equipment & environment of care needs.
5. Coordinates patient care activities with other members of the healthcare team

What you bring::

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
• No experience required.
• Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) may be required in certain departments.
• Licensed by state of Oregon s as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Current American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.

OTHER SKILLS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and display flexibility in a fast paced and changing work environment.

• Work requires active physical exertion up to 33% of the time.
• Ability to lift objects weighing 30 lbs. or less.
• Work is performed under normal working conditions with adequate lighting and ventilation. Reasonably anticipated exposure to blood and body fluids.
• Job duties frequently require intense concentration and attention to detail (34-65% of work time).

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date.