Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Johnston (RI); Sur place; USD 39 000 - 58 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Life Care Centers of America in Johnston, RI seeks a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide direct rehab care under an OT supervisor. Per diem role requiring NBCOT certification and active state licensure; CPR certification preferred. New grads welcome to apply and supported through orientation.

You will assist in treatment plans, document progress, and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality post-acute care.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certified upon hire, renewal optional.
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (ASOT).
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State with active license.
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation.

Responsabilités

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaisons with patients, families, and departments to plan for patient needs.
• Follow occupational treatment plans under supervision of OT.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately.
• Communicate and function on an interdisciplinary team.

Connaissances

NBCOT Certification

CPR Certification

New Grad Friendly

Formation

ASOT

State Licensure

Outils

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Description du poste

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Cherry Hill Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Live the Mission

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) PER DIEM

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 patientsAssist 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