Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Stoneham (MA); Presencial; USD 48 000 - 55 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

The Life Care Center of Stoneham is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to provide direct rehab care under the supervision of a licensed OT for patients referred by a physician.

The ideal candidate is NBCOT certified, licensed in the state, CPR certified, and has excellent communication and documentation skills. New grads are welcome to apply; 1 year of experience is preferred but not required.

Qualificações

• NBCOT certification upon hire (renewal optional).
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (ASOT).
• Active state license in good standing required.
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation; must remain current.

Responsabilidades

• Follow and implement occupational therapy treatment plans under OT supervision.
• Maintain accurate documentation and charting.
• Communicate with patients, families and care teams to plan for patient needs.
• Demonstrate professional behavior and preserve confidentiality.
• Participate in department programs, goals and policies.

Conhecimentos

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication

Documentation

Customer service

Formação académica

OT program graduate (ASOT)

State OT licensure

Ferramentas

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Center of Stoneham

Employment Status: PRN Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 40 Pay Rate Minimum: 35 Shift: Flexible

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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