Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Inc.; Brantford; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will specialize in helping patients stabilize and mobilize, implementing therapeutic interventions to enhance their daily living activities. You will collaborate with Occupational Therapists and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective care plans are executed. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient lives while working in a supportive environment that prioritizes professional growth and well-being. Join a mission-driven organization committed to excellence in healthcare and employee satisfaction.

Benefits

Free gym membership

Educational assistance programs

Exclusive employee discounts

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree from an accredited program required.
• Excellent communication skills essential for patient collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Occupational Therapists regarding care plans.
• Implement interventions and document appropriately.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to support patient needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Empathy

Resilience

Education

Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Position Summary

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare.

Employee Benefits

At FirstHealth of the Carolinas, we believe in supporting our employees' professional growth and personal well-being. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefit package that is designed to help you thrive. Enjoy a free gym-membership to one of our seven FirstHealth Fitness Centers to stay active and prioritize your health, take advantage of our educational assistance programs through FirstU to pursue academic or professional development goals. You'll also benefit from exclusive employee discounts through PerkSpot, saving you money on quality offerings. Additionally, we're committed to your future with a competitive retirement savings plan, including an employer match to help you build financial security. These are just a few examples of how our leading-edge employee benefits align with our mission to put your career first. Join FirstHealth of the Carolinas and help us in our mission to become the best place to work in healthcare!

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (Acute Care)

The COTA specializes in helping to stabilize patients, assist with mobilization, implement therapeutic interventions, and carry out the plan of care established by the Occupational Therapist. The COTA will collaborate with OTs and other healthcare professionals and carry out a course of action with the end goal of helping patients with treatment to support them as they work towards improving their ability to handle everyday activities related to their daily life. The successful candidate will outline steps for care, such as continued therapy, home exercises, and adaptive ways to perform daily activities.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

• Communicating with Occupational Therapists regarding plan of care progression
• Implementation of interventions and education in line with POC and within the COTA scope of practice
• Making recommendations for adaptive equipment or durable medical equipment to help patients reach their highest level of safe independence in activities of daily living
• Working with interdisciplinary team to meet the needs of the patients while supporting the hospital's mission and values
• Documenting and billing appropriately

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associate's Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant program
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written to ensure clear patient/caregiver collaboration to facilitate successful patient outcomes. Having empathy and compassion is essential as well.
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment with resilience and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to assess risk and make decisions rapidly.
• Problem solving is essential as no two treatment plans are the same. Using problem solving skills the successful candidate will craft solutions specific to the nuances of the patients they serve.