Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Raynham (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide direct rehab care under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. The role requires NBCOT certification, an active state license, and CPR certification.

New grads are welcome, with 1 year of experience preferred. Responsibilities include following treatment plans, charting, using therapy software, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to plan patient care and ensure safety in a post-acute

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification on hire; renewal optional thereafter.
• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program (ASOT).
• Active state license in good standing required.
• 1 year of experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification obtained on hire or during orientation and kept current.

Responsibilities

• Follow established occupational treatment plans under supervision of a licensed OT.
• Maintain patient charts accurately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately.
• Provide excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
• Assist in emergency evacuations and maintain safety.
• Demonstrate dependable attendance and professional conduct.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to plan for patient needs.
• Adhere to policies, confidentiality, and HIPAA requirements.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English as required.

Education

NBCOT certification

ASOT program graduate

Active state license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

Live the Mission

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