Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant Canon Lodge Care Center

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Colorado; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide direct rehabilitation care to patients under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. The role requires NBCOT certification and experience in post acute care. The ideal candidate must exhibit excellent customer service skills, follow treatment plans, and maintain confidentiality of patient information. This position is critical in ensuring that patients receive high-quality care and support throughout their rehabilitation journey.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward.
• One year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred.
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients.
• Follow occupational treatment plans under the supervision of OT.
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary information.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Excellent communication skills

Good judgment

Customer service excellence

Education

Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)

NBCOT certified

Current state licensure

Tools

Therapy software

Job description

Job: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupational therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• NBCOT certified upon hire, but renewal is optional going forward
• Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising OT Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.