Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house rehab programs

Reimbursed CEUs of choice

New Grad Mentorship Program

Great growth opportunities

Job summary

Western Hills Health Care Center, part of Life Care Centers of America, is located just outside Denver in Lakewood, Colorado. We are seeking an OTA to provide direct rehab care under OT supervision, sharing hours for full-time status.

Qualifications include NBCOT, ASOT, an active state license, CPR, and willingness to mentor new grads. The role offers growth, CEU reimbursement, and in-house rehab programs.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
• 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

Skills

CPR certification

Education

ASOT program graduate

NBCOT certification

State license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

We are seeking either a part-time or full-time Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA)! The full-time opportunity will share hours with Hallmark Nursing Center.

Western Hills Health Care Center is part of Life Care Centers of America, the largest privately-owned nursing home company in the United States. Located just a few miles outside of Denver in Lakewood, Colorado, our location makes our nursing home a perfect choice for individuals in need of short-term rehabilitation, long-term care or post-operative recovery. We are proud to have achieved the following:

• 5-Star CMS Quality Measures Rating
• 4.3 Google Star Rating out of 153 reviews

Western Hill Health Care Center Offers

• In-house rehab programs
• Reimbursed Continuing Education Units (CEU) of choice
• New Grad Mentorship Program
• Great growth opportunities

Compensation Range

• Full Time: $30 to $40
• PRN: $32 - $42

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 attendanceConcentrate 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