Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - COTA

Regency Pacific Management; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education funding

License renewal

PTO with double-time holiday pay

In-house training

Leadership development through NARA

401-K

Job summary

Regency Gresham Nursing and Rehabilitation Center seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver direct patient care under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist in a skilled nursing setting. You will implement treatment plans and ensure adherence to state laws, performing only qualified procedures.

We offer in-house therapy support, continuing education funding, and comprehensive benefits. A OTA degree and current state license are required to join our team.

Qualifications

• OTA degree from an accredited program.
• Current, unrestricted OTA license in the assigned state.
• Ability to kneel, stoop and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Follow state laws governing occupational therapy in home care under supervision.
• Perform only procedures you are qualified to do as defined by the OT.
• Make recommendations for changes in the care plan to the supervising OT.

Skills

Adaptability

Compassion

Detail oriented

Friendly demeanor

Courteous

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Current unrestricted OTA license

Job description

We are Regency Gresham Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offering skilled nursing and long term care services while focusing on the unique qualities of each individual in a compassionate and caring environment. We are looking for like minded individuals to join our team.

$7,500 Welcome Bonus (FT)

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant assumes clinical responsibility in an assigned facility. This is a professional position with the primary responsibility of direct patient care under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist. Additional duties of an administrative nature are to be performed as assigned.

You Will

• Under the supervision of a Occupational Therapist, is at all times responsible to follow all state specific laws governing the provision of occupational therapy in home care
• Follow the treatment set only as defined by the Occupational Therapist; to perform only those procedures that the COTA is qualified and trained to perform
• Make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Occupational Therapist.

Benefits Of An In-House Therapy Staff Model

• Aligned Mission and Values - Shared company values of Integrity, Respect, Commitment to Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork. Foster a culture of excellence and collaboration between departments - focusing on individualized care for the residents.
• Enhanced Quality of Care - Deliver consistent, personalized care through dedicated in-house teams, ensuring resident needs are met by tailored programs and a collaborative Rehab Care Model approach.
• Perks - Offer robust benefits, including continuing education funding (up to $750 annually with up to 2 days paid time off for CE course/training), license renewal, EPA program, in-house training, generous PTO including double-time holiday pay if worked for 8 recognized holidays, and leadership development through NARA and Management initiatives.

You Currently

• Possess a degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
• Possess, prior to, onboarding and maintain a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in assigned state.
• Adaptability, compassion, detail oriented, friendly & courteous.
• A moderate degree of physical strength is needed because of the exertion required to assist patients.
• Ability to kneel, stoop and stand for long periods of time with or without accommodation.

Our Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Vacation/Sick/Paid Time Off (PTO) - Based on State
• Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts (movies, restaurants, gifts, & more)
• 401-K

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.