Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Carrollton (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Center of Carrollton is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) on a PRN basis for day shifts in Missouri. The COTA provides direct rehab care under the supervision of an OT, ensuring compliance with laws and Life Care standards.

Requirements include NBCOT certification, ASOT degree, active state licensure, CPR, and a preference for 1 year of experience, while new grads are welcome to apply. Proficiency in Word, Excel, and email is expected.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal optional.
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (ASOT).
• Active state licensure in good standing.
• 1 year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaisons with patients, families, and departments to plan for patient needs.
• Follow occupational treatment plans under the supervision of an OT.
• Chart appropriately and timely; use therapy software accurately.
• Demonstrate good body mechanics and professional conduct.
• Assist in evacuation of patients; communicate on an interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to company policies.

Skills

NBCOT certification

Team liaison

Education

ASOT

State OT licensure

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of Carrollton

Employment Status: PRN Shift: Day

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’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand 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