Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Come join our growing team!

Life Care Centers of America; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Reno, NV seeks a COTA to provide direct rehab care in occupational therapy under the supervision of a licensed OT. You will follow treatment plans, document appropriately, and ensure high-quality patient care in a post-acute setting.

Requirements include NBCOT certification, ASOT program completion, active state licensure, CPR, and a preference for 1 year of experience. New grads are welcome to apply and CPR must remain current.

Qualifications

• NBCOT certification upon hire; renewal optional.
• Graduate of an accredited OT program (ASOT).
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State in good standing.
• CPR certification upon hire and kept current during employment.
• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Follow occupational treatment plans under supervision of the OT.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
• Participate in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary information and professional relationships.
• Comply with Life Care's policies and code of conduct.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

NBCOT certification

ASOT OT program

Active state licensure

CPR certification

1 year experience preferred (new grads welcome)

Tools

Therapy software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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

• 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