Home Health Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA Full Time
Aveanna Healthcare, Nashville, TN, United States
Position Overview
Aveanna Healthcare has grown tremendously during the past year through a series of exciting acquisitions and we are currently looking for an
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
to join our dynamic home health care team.
Schedule: Full‑Time visits (22.5 points or 30 hours) needed Monday‑Friday for Sumner, Macon, Trousdale, and Smith county communities.
Why Join Us?
Organization focused on creating great clinical outcomes for our patients
Most of our home health locations are rated as 4+ stars for quality and satisfaction
Directly impact the lives of patients in your local community
Flexible scheduling gives you the opportunity for better work‑life balance
Essential Job Functions
Provides direct occupational therapy according to directions of occupational therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care.
Communicates with and regularly updates the patient and/or caregiver regarding the plan of care.
Treats clients to relieve pain and/or develop or restore function to maintain maximum performance.
Provides skilled teaching to the patients, family members, and caregivers regarding the safe use of assistive devices and durable medical equipment.
Educates patients and caregivers in carry over regarding issues concerning rehabilitation and adaptation techniques needed for recovery.
Collaborates with other service disciplines to discuss the patient plan of care.
Plans for client’s discharge, prepares discharge instructions, and communicates discharge plan with patients, family members, and caregivers.
Records clinical and progress notes at the time of the visit to ensure continuity of qualitative patient care on a timely basis.
Completes daily report and any required documentation in a timely fashion to ensure agency operating schedules.
Maintains consistent attendance.
Benefits Offerings
401(k) with company match
Health, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
Mileage reimbursement and cell phone allowance
Generous PTO, sick time, and paid holidays
Inclusion Day to celebrate what matters to you
Float Day for extra flexibility and balance
Up to 8 Hours of Paid Volunteer time yearly
No‑Cost Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – unlimited mental health telephonic counseling sessions, support with identity left, Will preparation and travel assistance
Robust DEI company program because Inclusion is an Aveanna Core Value
Tuition discounts and reimbursement
Requirements
Graduation from an Occupational Therapist Assistant program from an accredited university/program.
Current, unrestricted state license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice.
Valid CPR, drivers license and proof of automobile insurance.
HCHB and Home Health experience preferred.
As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health‑related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.
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Aveanna Healthcare has grown tremendously during the past year through a series of exciting acquisitions and we are currently looking for an
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
to join our dynamic home health care team.
Schedule: Full‑Time visits (22.5 points or 30 hours) needed Monday‑Friday for Sumner, Macon, Trousdale, and Smith county communities.
Why Join Us?
Organization focused on creating great clinical outcomes for our patients
Most of our home health locations are rated as 4+ stars for quality and satisfaction
Directly impact the lives of patients in your local community
Flexible scheduling gives you the opportunity for better work‑life balance
Essential Job Functions
Provides direct occupational therapy according to directions of occupational therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care.
Communicates with and regularly updates the patient and/or caregiver regarding the plan of care.
Treats clients to relieve pain and/or develop or restore function to maintain maximum performance.
Provides skilled teaching to the patients, family members, and caregivers regarding the safe use of assistive devices and durable medical equipment.
Educates patients and caregivers in carry over regarding issues concerning rehabilitation and adaptation techniques needed for recovery.
Collaborates with other service disciplines to discuss the patient plan of care.
Plans for client’s discharge, prepares discharge instructions, and communicates discharge plan with patients, family members, and caregivers.
Records clinical and progress notes at the time of the visit to ensure continuity of qualitative patient care on a timely basis.
Completes daily report and any required documentation in a timely fashion to ensure agency operating schedules.
Maintains consistent attendance.
Benefits Offerings
401(k) with company match
Health, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
Mileage reimbursement and cell phone allowance
Generous PTO, sick time, and paid holidays
Inclusion Day to celebrate what matters to you
Float Day for extra flexibility and balance
Up to 8 Hours of Paid Volunteer time yearly
No‑Cost Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – unlimited mental health telephonic counseling sessions, support with identity left, Will preparation and travel assistance
Robust DEI company program because Inclusion is an Aveanna Core Value
Tuition discounts and reimbursement
Requirements
Graduation from an Occupational Therapist Assistant program from an accredited university/program.
Current, unrestricted state license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice.
Valid CPR, drivers license and proof of automobile insurance.
HCHB and Home Health experience preferred.
As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health‑related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.
Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California
Notice for Job Applicants Residing in Florida
#J-18808-Ljbffr