Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Lynchburg (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

New grads welcome

Job summary

The Life Care Centers of America Lynchburg location seeks a COTA to provide direct occupational therapy under the supervision of an OT, delivering patient-centered rehab in a post-acute setting.

New grads welcome; NBCOT certification required upon hire and active state licensure. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered, with CPR required on hire and maintained during employment.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification upon hire and active licensure in the state.
• Graduate of an ASOT-accredited occupational therapy program.
• New grads welcome to apply and CPR certification upon hire.
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Follow occupational treatment plans under supervising OT.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude.
• Assist in evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
• Communicate and function on an interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
• Follow company policies and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email communication

Education

ASOT-accredited occupational therapy program

NBCOT certification upon hire

Tools

Therapy software

Job description

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

• $5000 SIGN ON BONUS
• New Grads Welcome
• 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