Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of Morehead; Christy (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Center of Morehead is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide direct rehab care under the supervision of an OT. Employment Status: Full-Time, Shift: Days.

The ideal candidate is NBCOT certified (or eligible), licensed in the state, and has strong computer skills; new grads welcome. CPR upon hire.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification required at hire; renewal optional.
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (ASOT).
• Currently licensed/registered in the state; active license.
• 1 year experience preferred; new grads welcome.
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Follow OT-directed treatment plans.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Use therapy software correctly.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Participate in community health matters.

Skills

NBCOT certification

Word/Excel/Email proficiency

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Decision making

Body mechanics

Education

OT program ASOT

State license

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of Morehead

Employment Status: Full-Time Shift: Days

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