Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Home Health

Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. We have a critical mission—to take care of our people. We provide a comprehensive array of services that meet the needs of patients and families across the healthcare continuum. We believe our people, partners, patients and their families deserve care delivered with Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service (CARES), Mission Healthcare’s core values. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient’s lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are excited to continue to grow our mission family!

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Home Health

This position is located in Oxnard, CA

Compensation band: $38.00 to $45.00 per hour

Coverage area(s): All Ventura County

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) contracted through the Organization is responsible to the registered occupational therapist who is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for occupational therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Service Agreement.  The COTA performs only those services planned, delegated, and supervised by the occupational therapist.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

- Participates in the ongoing evaluation of patient’s functional status.

- Participates in teaching new skills or retraining patients in once familiar daily activities that have been lost due to illness or injury, in accordance with organization policy.

- Maintains appropriate clinical records, clinical notes, and reports to the registered occupational therapist any changes in the patient’s condition.

-Submits clinical documentation in accordance with Organization policy.

Job Requirements:

- Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant curriculum accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association.

- Certified with the National Certification Examination of the American Occupational Therapy Association.

- Licensed by the State Board of Healing Arts in accordance with State licensure laws.

- Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

- A minimum of one year of clinical experience as a certified occupational therapy assistant.

At Mission Healthcare, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and every employee feels respected, accepted, and empowered. We are committed to building a diverse team and creating an environment that promotes equity and belonging.

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We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

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We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the employment process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to let us know how we can best meet your needs.

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We continually work to enhance our practices by actively combating discrimination and advancing fairness and inclusivity. We encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply and join us in our mission to diversify our team and foster an environment where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every employee is given the opportunity to thrive.

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Mission Healthcare values your voice. We believe in maintaining a dialogue about diversity and inclusion within our teams and welcome your perspectives and innovative ideas. Together, we aim to build a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and a culture where everyone belongs.