Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Chautauqua-Health-and-Rehabilitation; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide occupational therapy and related services under the direction of a licensed OT, while maintaining positive interactions with facilities and clients in accordance with professional principles.

You will screen and evaluate, implement treatment per plan of care, supervise rehab technicians, participate in case management, and ensure compliant documentation and confidentiality. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
• Valid state Occupational Therapy Assistant license.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic internet navigation.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and Occupational Therapist.
• Assist in screening and providing input to initial evaluations as appropriate.
• Implement treatment for assigned patients in accordance with the established plan of care.
• Comply with state and federal guidelines regarding accurate and timely documentation and billing.
• Establish and maintain effective patient-centered interactions with patients, interdisciplinary team members, and facility staff.
• Provide direct supervision to rehabilitation technicians during group and individual treatment.
• Participate in utilization review, case management, care conferences, and administrative meetings as directed by the occupational therapist.
• Maintain awareness of changes in patient conditions and programs, and communicate patient progress in a timely manner.

Education

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy assistant program

Valid state Occupational Therapy Assistant license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet navigation

Job description

Welcome to Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation!

Join a team that values creativity, compassion, and a truly positive spirit! Our facility proudly features a comprehensive in-house therapy program, giving Occupational Therapist Assistants the opportunity to deliver personalized, resident-centered care in a supportive and uplifting environment.

Here, you’ll work closely with a friendly interdisciplinary team to help residents regain independence in daily activities, enhance safety, and improve overall quality of life. With consistent communication, strong leadership backing, and the freedom to design meaningful, functional treatment plans, you’ll have everything you need to help each individual thrive.

If you’re an COTA who enjoys a warm, collaborative workplace where your dedication is celebrated and your contributions make a real difference, we would be excited to welcome you to our team.

Job Summary

Provide occupational therapy and related services for patients under the direction of a licensed occupational therapist while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of occupational therapy and within organizational guidelines. Provide quality patient care, including ongoing treatment per a plan of care, supervision of rehabilitation technicians where required, and case management responsibilities. Adhere to all state and federal regulations governing occupational therapy practice.

Job Responsibilities

• Reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and Occupational Therapist.
  Assist in screening and providing input to initial evaluations as appropriate.
• Implement treatment for assigned patients in accordance with the established plan of care.
• Comply with state and federal guidelines regarding accurate and timely documentation and billing.
• Establish and maintain effective patient-centered interactions with patients, interdisciplinary team members, and facility staff.
• Provide direct supervision to rehabilitation technicians during group and individual treatment.
• Participate in utilization review, case management, care conferences, and administrative meetings as directed by the occupational therapist.
• Maintain awareness of changes in patient conditions and programs, and communicate patient progress in a timely manner.
• Maintain confidentiality of organizational, facility, and patient information.
• Conduct oneself in an ethical, legal, and professional manner at all times.
  Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
• Valid state Occupational Therapy Assistant license.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic internet navigation.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.