Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Lynchburg (TN); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign-on bonus

New grads welcome

Descripción de la vacante

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a COTA in Lynchburg, TN to provide direct occupational therapy under OT supervision. You will assess and support patients following physician referrals, implement treatment plans, and maintain required documentation.

The role requires NBCOT certification, state licensure, CPR, and proficiency with therapy software. New grads are welcome, with on-site responsibilities in a post-acute care setting.

Formación

• NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal optional.
• ASOT degree from accredited OT program.
• Currently licensed in state; active license maintained.

Responsabilidades

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Liaises with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
• Demonstrates good body mechanics at all times.
• Makes independent decisions when circumstances warrant action.
• Familiar with post-acute care laws, regulations, and guidelines.

Conocimientos

NBCOT certification

Word processing

Excel

Email

Educación

ASOT degree

Licensed in state

CPR certification

Herramientas

Therapy Software

Descripción del empleo

Benefits

• $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’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