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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant assists an Occupational Therapist with rehabilitative activities for patients who may have developmental, physical and emotional impairments or who are recovering from injury. Prepares adaptive equipment used during treatment and supports patient activities. Being a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant documents therapeutic activities and details of patients progress. Requires an associate degree. Additionally, Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant requires NBCOT Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) certification. Typically reports to an occupational therapist. Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Occupational Therapist Assistant, Home Health Per Diem
  • 804 CenterWell Certified Healthcare Corp.
  • Knoxville, TN PER_DIEM
  • Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first As a Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will: Provide therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the qualified Occupational Therapist in accordance with the patient’s Plan of Treatment. Assist in the implementation of vocational/education programs and activities established by registered Occupational Therapist designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance task performances, diminish or correct pathology, and to promote/maintain health and self-sufficiency. Design/adapt equipment and working and/or living environment. Fabricate devices to assist and improve function and independence and participation in the program and/or community where possible. Provide therapeutic treatment and instruction to patients as directed by the qualified Occupational Therapist and in accordance with physician orders to improve/restore strength, coordination, range-of-motion and function or teach compensation measures. Report information and observations to Occupational Therapist and/or Clinical supervisor, document observed information in patient records and prepares clinical notes. Assist with preparation of progress reports. Maintain and submit documentation as required by the Company and/or facility. Instruct patients and family members regarding home programs as well as care and use of adaptive equipment. Participate in care coordination and discharge planning activities and act as a resource to other health care personnel in meeting patient's needs. Design community reintegration activities, as appropriate, to assist the client in the physical reconditioning effort, and/or the psychological adjustment and coordinate the plan with members of the interdisciplinary team. Use your skills to make an impact Required Experience/Skills: Current and unrestricted OTA licensure Minimum of six months occupational therapist assistant experience preferred Home Health experience a plus Current CPR certification Good organizational and communication skills Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation. Scheduled Weekly Hours 1 About us About CenterWell Home Health: CenterWell Home Health specializes in personalized, comprehensive in-home care for patients managing a chronic condition or recovering from injury, illness, surgery or hospitalization. Our care teams include nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers – all working together to help patients rehabilitate, recover and regain their independence so they can live healthier and happier lives. About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation’s largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell is focused on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. As part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians who are committed to putting health first – for our teammates, patients, communities and company. By providing flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs and career coaching, we allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being, all from day one. Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of  Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. It is also the policy of  Humana to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
  • Life Care Center of Bruceton-Hollow Rock
  • Bruceton, TN FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary:The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupati...
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
  • Life Care Center of Cleveland
  • Cleveland, TN FULL_TIME
  • Position DetailsEmployment Status: Full-TimeShift: Day Position Summary The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physicia...
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
  • LHC Group
  • Mount Juliet, TN OTHER
  • SummaryWe are hiring for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. At Deaconess HomeCare, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connectio...
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (Hixson, TN)
  • Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics
  • Chattanooga, TN OTHER
  • The Center for Sports Medicine and Orthopaedics is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant for a PRN position in Chattanooga, TN. One state license is required upon hire (TN or GA). To co...
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Home Health Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
  • All Heart Home Care
  • Nashville, TN OTHER
  • All About All Heart Home Care: All Heart Home Care is a health care company with diverse opportunities. At the core, we are a family of caregivers devoted to improving the quality of life for our pati...
  • 4 Days Ago
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
  • Ballinger Memorial Hospital
  • Ballinger, TX
  • CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (COTA) - FT/PT/PRN Full Time/Part Time/PRN. Under the direction of the Occupa...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (COTA)
  • Ballinger Memorial Hospital
  • Ballinger, TX
  • CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (COTA) - FT/PT/PRN Full Time/Part Time/PRN. Under the direction of the Occupa...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
  • NCG Associates
  • Asheville, NC
  • NCG Associates is a reputable healthcare staffing company dedicated to connecting talented professionals with rewarding ...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
  • NCG Associates
  • Kansas City, MO
  • NCG Associates is a reputable healthcare staffing company dedicated to connecting talented professionals with rewarding ...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
  • Hand to Shoulder Rehab, Inc.
  • Fresno, CA
  • We are an upper extremity therapy office seeking a Full-time or Part-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant. Jo...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant- PRN
  • Healthpro Heritage
  • New York, NY
  • Overview Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant- PRN Assisted Living- Upper Manhattan, NY At HealthPro Heritage we h...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant- PRN
  • Healthpro Heritage
  • Bronx, NY
  • Overview At HealthPro Heritage we hire people who share our vision, who work diligently and provide the kind of care tha...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
  • Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center
  • Staten Island, NY
  • Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center is actively seeking experienced Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to wo...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Tennessee

Tennessee borders eight other states: Kentucky and Virginia to the north; North Carolina to the east; Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi on the south; Arkansas and Missouri on the Mississippi River to the west. Tennessee is tied with Missouri as the state bordering the most other states. The state is trisected by the Tennessee River. The highest point in the state is Clingmans Dome at 6,643 feet (2,025 m). Clingmans Dome, which lies on Tennessee's eastern border, is the highest point on the Appalachian Trail, and is the third highest peak in the United States east of the Mississippi River. The ...
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Income Estimation for Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant jobs
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What does a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant do?

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in Jamestown, NY
Before embarking on a course of study, prospective students should be aware of the duties and responsibilities expected of a certified occupational therapy assistant.
January 28, 2020
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in Portsmouth, OH
Although a certified occupational therapist evaluates and prescribes a course of therapy for the patients, the COTA works directly with the patients to reach their treatment goals in hospitals, nursing homes, schools and private practice facilities.
February 23, 2020
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in Medford, OR
Occupational therapists and their assistants help patients manage pain by identifying factors that contribute to painful episodes and teaching the patients ways to strengthen muscles and alternate ways of accomplishing tasks to decrease the frequency and severity of pain.
February 23, 2020