Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America; Tennessee; On-site; USD 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to deliver direct rehab care under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. Candidates should have an accredited occupational therapy program background, maintain a good standing license, and demonstrate strong customer service skills. This full-time position is pivotal in enhancing patients' rehabilitation journeys, ensuring quality care through professional standards.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certified upon hire; renewal optional.
• One year experience in post-acute care preferred.
• CPR certification required upon hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct rehab care in occupational therapy.
• Participate in community health matters/projects.
• Follow occupational treatment plans for patients.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Excellent customer service

Good judgment

Dependable attendance

Education

Graduate of an accredited program in occupational therapy (ASOT)

Currently registered/licensed in applicable State

Tools

Therapy software

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

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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 in post acute care or related setting preferred
• 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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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