Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Evergreen (CO); Presencial; USD 44.000 - 58.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Life Care Center of Evergreen is seeking a PRN Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our rehab team in Colorado. You will provide direct occupational therapy services to residents under the supervision of a licensed OT, following established plans and Life Care standards.

Requirements include NBCOT certification, an active state license, graduation from an accredited OT program, CPR at hire (maintained), and new grads welcome.

Formación

• NBCOT certified upon hire; renewal optional going forward.
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (ASOT).
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State; active license required.
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification upon hire and kept current.

Responsabilidades

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaisons with patients, families, and departments to plan for patient needs.
• Follow occupational treatment plans under supervising OT.
• Chart appropriately and timely; document progress in system.
• Demonstrate good body mechanics and professional conduct.
• Communicate effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Educación

NBCOT certification

ASOT program graduate

Active state license

CPR certification

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Descripción del empleo

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of Evergreen

Employment Status: PRN Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 42 Pay Rate Minimum: 32 Shift: Days

We are looking for a PRN COTA to join our team!

Life Care Center of Evergreen is located just west of Lakewood. We are a 5 star facility based on CMS ratings. We are recognized with a 4.7 Google Star Rating and membership in the 800 Service Excellence Recognition Club for our excellent customer service. We are also identified by US News and Review for Best Nursing Home for 2026 with qualification and recognition across all 3 possible measures. We are the home of Colorado's 2025 CNA of the year. Our mission is to do right and proper by the residents, other associates and within ourselves. This environment supports each associate's desire for service to the seniors of our beautiful mountain community. If you want to join an amazing rehab team and make an impact on the lives of those we serve...join LCCE.New to the Long Term Care setting? That's okay, our team will support you through the new opportunities. We really do have a Dream Team at Life Care Center of Evergreen. We hope you will choose to join us.

Compensation Range

• 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’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