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Job Highlights The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant is a skilled professional entrusted with aiding in the coordination, oversight, assessment, and delivery of Occupational Therapy Services to clients across diverse environments, as directed by the overseeing Occupational Therapist. Qualifications • Graduate of an Occupational Therapy school approved by the Council of Medical Education of the A.M.A. in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association or its equivalent • Certification as a COTA by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) • Has at least one year of experience, preferably in a home health or related setting • Licensed in applicable state Responsibilities • Under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist, assists in evaluation and establishes goals based on the client's current level of functioning and potential for improvement and performs re-evaluations as indicated which are documented on the required form(s) • As directed, guides and instructs the client in prescribed therapeutic, self-care, and creative activities that are directed toward improving independence and physical and mental functioning • Conducts household management routines based in OT recommendation • Consults with the Therapist regarding the outcome of home visits and reports any changes in the client's condition through periodic written summaries • Assumes duties deemed appropriate and necessary by the supervising Occupational Therapist • Prepares clinical/progress notes on the day of the visit which are incorporated in the clinical record weekly • Participates in staff development activities and in-service education • Prepares clinical/progress notes on the day of the visit which are incorporated in the clinical record weekly • Communicates effectively with all those providing care • Confirms, on a weekly basis, the scheduling of visits with the DON to coordinate necessary visits with other personnel Benefits • Pay: Varies by visit • Location: In-person • Job Type: Full time Special Requirements • Must have a car with required insurance coverage and a state driver's license or reliable transportation • Malpractice insurance coverage Functional Abilities • Able to communicate verbally and in writing to the extent required by the position • Able to physically perform the duties required by the position • Able to travel to prospective clients' residences within Miami-Dade and Monroe County