Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today! 

This position will support Winnebago County and surrounding areas.

As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways:

• Provide occupational therapy services by following the care plan developed by the Occupational Therapist. 
• Visit patients regularly and monitor their progress during each visit. 
• Report changes in a patient's condition to the Occupational Therapist, physician, and care team. 
• Follow physician orders and the established plan of care. 
• Teach patients and caregivers home therapy exercises and safe techniques. 
• Work closely with the care team to provide coordinated, high-quality patient care. 
• Complete accurate and timely documentation for each patient visit. 
• Help reduce avoidable hospital and emergency room visits through proactive patient care. 
• Stay up to date on healthcare regulations and agency policies. 
• Work in a physically active role that may include lifting, transferring patients, and occasional irregular or on-call hours. 

What is Required? 

• Graduate of a certified occupational therapy curriculum established by the Occupational Therapy Association 
• Current, unrestricted COTA certification in the state of work   
• Minimum one (1) year of experience as a COTA in a clinical care setting 
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment 
• Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations. 

What's in it for you?  

• Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits including pet insurance  
• 401(K) with employer match  
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost  
• Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement  
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement.  

* Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status. 

The base salary for this position is $35 to $40 per hour, based on the company’s good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal equity.

Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected].

Pay & Benefit Information: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits

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