Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant at Life Care Centers of America provides direct rehabilitation under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. The role requires NBCOT certification upon hire, active state licensure, and CPR certification, with one year of experience preferred and new grads welcome.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, plus strong communication with patients and families, is essential for planning care and coordinating with the care team.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal optional
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (ASOT)
• Active OT license in the state where employed
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome
• CPR certification upon 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
• Follow occupational treatment plans under supervision of OT
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Contribute to safety, patient rights, and sanitation standards
• Maintain confidentiality of information
• Demonstrate professional conduct and comply with Life Care policies
• Use therapy software and communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team
• Demonstrate good body mechanics and dependable attendance
• Assist in evacuation of patients

Skills

NBCOT certification

Active state license

CPR certification

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Education

OT degree (ASOT)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email client

Job description

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