Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of Bruceton-Hollow Rock; Bruceton (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Center of Bruceton-Hollow Rock is actively seeking a COTA to deliver direct occupational therapy services under an OT supervisor in a post-acute care setting. You will implement treatment plans, document patient progress, and collaborate with the care team to support patients’ recovery.

The role requires NBCOT certification, active state licensure, and CPR. New grads are welcome to apply; one year of experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification required at hire; renewal optional.
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (ASOT).
• Must hold current state OT license in good standing.
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification at hire or during orientation; must remain current.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaisons with patients and families to plan for needs.
• Follow occupational treatment plans under supervising OT.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and uphold compliance.

Skills

NBCOT certification

Independent decision making

Good body mechanics

Team collaboration

Education

ASOT OT program graduate

Current state OT license

Accredited OT program graduate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email (Outlook)

Job description

Position Summary

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 preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• 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
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• 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