Long-Term Care- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Pinecrest Manor - 6040

Penn Highlands Healthcare; St. Marys; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join their dynamic team. In this rewarding role, you will assist in patient evaluations and treatment planning, working closely with a Registered Occupational Therapist to help patients achieve their optimal level of independence in daily life tasks. This position offers a supportive environment with experienced peers, competitive compensation, and numerous professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Forgiveness

Professional Development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health & Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Assist in patient evaluation and treatment planning under supervision.
• Facilitate development of independence in daily life tasks.

Responsibilities

• Participate in departmental activities and processes.
• Implement treatment plans to help patients achieve independence.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Daily Life Task Facilitation

Education

Current PA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant License

Healthcare Provider CPR Certification

Job description

Penn Highlands Healthcare has been awarded on the Forbes list of Best-in-State Employers 2022. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statistica Inc., the world leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.

Summary

AS A CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (COTA), under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), you’ll assist in patient evaluation, treatment planning and treatment implementation, facilitating development and maintenance of the patient's optimum level of independence in age-appropriate daily life tasks. The COTA actively participates in departmental activities and processes.

Qualifications

• Current PA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant license required
• Healthcare provider CPR certification through the American Heart Association within the first year of hire required

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation based on experience
• Tuition Reimbursement/Loan Forgiveness
• Professional Development
• Supportive and Experienced Peers

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision offered the first month after start date
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Company Paid Short & Long Term disability coverage
• Company Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• 25% discount on all services at Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities
• PH Elk Cafeteria Discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health & Wellness Programs