Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Hendersonville, NC, is hiring a COTA to provide direct occupational therapy under the supervision of a licensed OT. The role requires NBCOT certification upon hire, an accredited OT degree, and an active state license.

CPR certification is needed and new grads are welcome to apply. You will participate in direct rehab care, maintain patient treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification required on hire; renewal optional.
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (ASOT).
• Current state license in good standing; active during employment.
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification on hire or during orientation; must remain current.

Responsibilities

• Follow occupational treatment plans under supervising OT.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software accurately.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain professional attitude.
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times.
• Participate in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaise with patients, families, and other departments to plan for patient needs.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Adhere to Life Care's Code of Conduct and compliance training.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email communications

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

NBCOT certification

Accredited OT program completion

State license in good standing

CPR certification

Job description

• In-house rehab programs with empowering work environment
• Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states
• Continuing education and growth opportunities

• In-house rehab programs with empowering work environment
• Part of a network of nearly 200 facilities in 26 states
• Continuing education and growth opportunities
• NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY!

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