Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA 2,500 Sign on Bonus - Chester - Amedisys

    Amedisys
    Amedisys Chester

    2 days ago

    Description

    Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – $2,500 Sign‑On Bonus


    Join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.

    Overview


    $2,500 Sign‑On Bonus
    Full Time Days
    Flexible Schedule
    One to One Ratio
    Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team.

    What's in It For You

    • A full benefits package with a choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans.
    • Paid time off.
    • Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan.
    • Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year (use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more).
    • Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program.
    • 401(k) with a company match.
    • Family support with infertility treatment coverage, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
    • Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.
    • And more.

    Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status. To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan.

    Why Amedisys?

    • Community‑based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment.
    • Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings.
    • Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company.
    • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families, providing much‑needed care where they want to be—at home.

    Responsibilities

    • Provide skilled interventions in accordance with the physician‑approved plan of care and under the direction and supervision of an occupational therapist.
    • Document each visit according to AOTA documentation guidelines and accepted regulatory standards for inclusion in the patient's clinical record.
    • Observe, record and report the patient's response to treatment and any change in the patient's condition to the supervising OT, physician and other appropriate clinical staff.
    • Provide patient/caregiver resources for future ADL/IADL needs.
    • Promote wellness and prevention by encouraging occupational engagement.
    • Demonstrate knowledge of available community resources/services.
    • Make recommendations for follow‑up care in coordination with the care center that admitted the patient/client.
    • Keep abreast of occupational therapy trends and knowledge for service provision, documentation skills and care coordination.
    • Other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    • Current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant, specific to the state you are assigned to work.
    • Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association.
    • Eligible to take, or has successfully completed, the entry‑level certification examination for occupational therapy assistants, developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
    • One year related occupational therapy assistant experience to ensure knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide occupational therapy services to patients.
    • If less than one year of experience, then approval from regional clinical leaders required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or residency program established.
    • Current CPR certification.

    Seniority Level


    Entry level

    Employment type


    Part‑time

    Job function


    Health Care Provider

    Industries


    Hospitals and Health Care

    Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.

    Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.


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