Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a PRN COTA to provide direct occupational therapy under the supervision of an OT. The role requires NBCOT certification and an active state license, with CPR certification at hire or during orientation, and invites new grads to apply.

Responsibilities include planning patient care with families and departments, ensuring safety, and adhering to all regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification required at hire; renewal optional.
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (ASOT).
• Active state OT license in good standing.
• CPR certification required at hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaisons with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
• Demonstrates good body mechanics at all times.
• Makes independent decisions when warranted.
• Understands laws, regulations, and guidelines for post-acute care facilities.
• Implements and interprets department goals, policies, and procedures.
• Performs in all competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
• Maintains professional relationships with staff and vendors.
• Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Follows company policies including harassment and compliance training.
• Adheres to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes required training.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Education

NBCOT certification upon hire

ASOT accredited OT program graduate

Active OT license in state

CPR certification upon hire

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Job description

This position is PRN at this time.

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