PRN Occupational Therapist Assistant ( COTA ), Independent and Assisted Living

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Description Job Summary: A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) administers occupational therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist and Director of Therapy, Outpatient. AW Health Care is looking to add a consistent PRN COTA to service our Wentzville Facilities. Responsibilities: - Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures. - Improves or minimizes residual physical disabilities of the patient. - Returns the individual to optimum and productive level within the patient’s capabilities. - Participates with all other health care personnel in patient care planning. - Performs all skilled procedures as ordered by physician and according to the plan of care established by the OT. - Consults with OT regarding change in treatment. - Instructs patients and family members in home programs and fine motor movement exercises. - Participates in in-service education and presents in-service programs as assigned. - Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned. - Attends all patie...