Vna - Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job Description
Position Title: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Manager of Clinical Practice
SUPERVISES: N/A
DEPARTMENT: Homecare
COMPANY: OVNA
Territory: Worcester, Auburn, Millbury, Shrewsbury, Grafton, Sutton
POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs all exercises and procedures established by the Occupational Therapist. Patient care is provided in the patient's home in accordance with the plan of care developed by Registered Occupational Therapist.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Document, within time frames, observations, patient's response to treatment, treatment programs, degree of progress and notable changes in patient condition.
• Communicate and coordinate patient care with other members of the patient's health care team.
• Provide patient and family teaching to the patient's occupational therapy program and patient/family engagement in goal achievement.
• Provide occupational therapy interventions in accordance with physician's orders and accepted, evidence-based professional practices.
• Assist the patient and/or family to procure needed equipment or supplies.
• Utilize appropriate hand washing, standard precautions and personal protective equipment.
• Attend Team Member meetings and patient conferences. Provided proof of attendance at mandatory in-services or training programs.
• Keeps knowledge of occupational therapy theory and practice current and acquires new skills as needed by attendance at workshops, courses, in-services, etc.
• Demonstrates proficiency with the administration of objective standardized tests and measures and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Demonstrate uncompromising respect for patients, families and team members.
• Adheres to all Overlook policies and procedures
• Participates in agency quality management and safety activities
• Maintains required licensure, certifications and vaccinations
• Other duties as necessary.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Educational Requirements and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Licensed as an OTA in the state(s) of practice.
• Current State of Residence driver's license and reliable transportation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Primary work will be performed in the patient's place of residence, may be exposed to the elements (heat, cold, rain, snow); walking and standing frequently; frequent lifting during patient care. May be subject to emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel or visitors. Possible exposure to the outdoors, unpleasant odors, house hold chemicals, and ill patients.
• Required to travel to multiple work sites.

COMMUNITY OVERVIEW:
The Overlook is a non-profit organization operating since 1911 and offering a full continuum of care and services for older adults in MA. The organization embraces its rich history and heritage, owning and managing 218 Independent Living Apartment Homes and Cottages, 28 Enhanced Care Private Suites, a 14- Suite Assisted Living Memory Care neighborhood, 27-unit Short-term Post-Acute Rehabilitation, 112-bed Long Term Care Skilled Nursing, as well as Home Health, Hospice, Palliative Care, Private Duty and Care Management divisions.
The Overlook and its 3 subsidiaries are based in Charlton, MA, with satellite home health and hospice offices across the state. The organization employs approximately 600 talented and compassionate Team Members and serves 1,500+ Residents/Patients.
The Overlook has a Vision to design a mixed-use Community beyond its singular function as a Retirement Community, a pedestrian-friendly, walkable "Village Center" environment, with select retailers, restaurants featuring fresh, locally sourced food, a brewery, a large banquet, and events center, enriching programs, health and wellness-focused on mind, body and spirit, and more. The Overlook's bucolic setting on 450 acres of beautiful New England countryside, 16 miles of nature trails, a dog park, and a wealth of amenities offer limitless possibilities in helping us reposition our Campus.
THE OVERLOOK WAY:
All Team Members of The Overlook must embrace and commit to conducting themselves at all times in support of our 28 Guiding Principles, Culture of Excellence, and core values, which form the foundation of our unique culture. The Overlook strives to exceed expectations, inspire and "Do what's best for those we serve."
Integrity: saying what you mean, meaning what you say (in action and words), even if it hurts you personally or professionally
Respect for Individual Choice: empowering and supporting others in their Self-determination for health and well-being, as they define it
Compassion: understanding and empathy for others
Creativity/Innovation: thinking wildly, planning accordingly
Grace: putting people at ease, without compromising performance or outcomes
JUST SOME OF OUR BENEFITS AND PERKS:

1. Solid Track Record of Promoting
2. Team Members from within
3. Plenty of Free Parking
4. Free Daily Lunch on
5. Campus
6. Vacation, Sick, Holiday Time + Floating Holidays
7. Travel Reimbursement
8. Professional Development
9. Flexible Spending and Health Reimbursement Accounts
10. Employee Assistance Programs
11. Tuition Reimbursement
12. Short + Long Term Disability, Life Insurance
13. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
14. Access to Fitness Center, Pool, and Onsite Massages

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Overlook will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective Team Members and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The Overlook is strongly committed to diversity and a workplace environment that respects, appreciates, and values employee differences and similarities. By providing and supporting a work culture that fosters and builds upon diversity and its strengths, The Overlook will better serve our communities. The Overlook is an employment-at-will organization and an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, The Overlook prohibits retaliation against an applicant or employee because he or she has engaged in protected activity under the statutes prohibiting discrimination in the workplace.