Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Lynchburg (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

New grads welcome

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America’s Lynchburg Nursing Center is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide direct rehab care under supervision. The role supports patients upon physician referral in a post-acute care setting and requires NBCOT certification and an active state license.

New grads welcome; a $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered. The position is full-time, daytime hours, with opportunities to contribute to patient-centered care and team collaboration within Life

Qualifications

• NBCOT certified upon hire; renewal optional.
• Graduate of an accredited program in Occupational Therapy (ASOT).
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State; active license in good standing.
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation; must remain current during employment.
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Follow occupational treatment plans 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 good body mechanics and sound judgment.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to meet patient needs.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information.

Skills

Communication

Patient liaison

Customer service

Education

ASOT degree

NBCOT certification

State license

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Lynchburg Nursing Center

Employment Status: Full-Time Employment Status: PRN Shift: Days

• $5000 SIGN ON BONUS
• New Grads Welcome

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 patients
• Assist 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