Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA

Veritas Skilled Nursing Management; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Skilled Nursing Management seeks a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant for The Center at Arrowhead in Glendale, AZ. You will provide direct rehab OT care under supervision, following physician referrals and ensuring patient safety and progress.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the therapy team, accurate charting, and consistent attendance to support patient recovery and functional goals in a skilled-nursing setting.

Qualifications

• Current COTA License required.
• CPR/BLS Certification required.
• Must have an active Fingerprint card.
• Must have an active CPR card.

Responsibilities

• Follow the treatment plan for patients under the direction of the supervising OT.
• Work closely with patients, family members and other care team members to plan for patient needs, including short- and long-term goals.
• Verify patient information and confirm purpose of treatment.
• Monitor movements to ensure proper performance and avoid injuries.
• Communicate with supervisor and health team regarding progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Assist the OT in patient development, recovery, and daily functioning skills.
• Demonstrate dependability and regular attendance.
• Utilize good body mechanics at all times.
• Make independent decisions when warranted.

Education

Current COTA License

CPR/BLS Certification

Must have an active Fingerprint card

Must have an active CPR card

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: GLENDALE, AZ 85308, Salary Range: $1.00 - $1.00 Hourly, About Us:

The Center at Arrowhead is a skilled nursing facility that serves patients needing physical rehabilitation and/or complex nursing care. Our highly qualified, caring staff provides care in a beautiful, hotel like atmosphere to help our patients achieve strength and functionality. Skilled-nursing care, family involvement, psychological care and discharge planning complement a well-rounded, individualized program and encourages each patients transition to their highest functional level. With state of the art equipment and unparalleled comfort and amenities, our physician-driven care plan is designed to maximize the quality of our care.

Purpose of Your Job Position

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides direct rehab care in occupation therapy to patients upon physician referral and under the supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in accordance with all applicate laws and regulations.

Job Functions

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities

• \tFollow the treatment plan for patients under the direction of the supervising OT
• \tWork closely with patients, family members and other care team members to adequately plan for patient needs, to include short term and long term goals
• \tVerify patient information and confirm purpose of treatment
• \tMonitor each movement to ensure the patient is performing them properly to avoid new/further injuries
• \tEffectively communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans
• \tChart appropriately and timely
• \tAssist the Occupational Therapist in patient development, recovery, and improving skills needed for daily functionalities
• \tMust demonstrate dependability and regular attendance
• \tMust utilize good body mechanics at all times
• \tMake independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions

Personnel Functions

• \tMaintain an excellent working relationship within the Therapy team and cross functionally
• \tReport occupational exposures of blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents
• \tCreate and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the facility

Education and Certification Requirement

• \tCurrent COTA License
• \tCPR/BLS Certification
• \tMust have an active Fingerprint card
• \tMust have an active CPR card

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